Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX3 · Devon
20
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
EX8 · Devon
137
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Exeter has less crime — 20 vs 137 incidents in April 2026.
Exmouth recorded substantially more crime than Exeter in April 2026 — 137 incidents compared to 20, a 6.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Exeter sees higher rates of Other theft (4) and Public order (4), while Exmouth has more Anti-social behaviour (17) and Criminal damage & arson (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Exeter recorded fewer crimes than Exmouth — 20 vs 137 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Exeter is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Exeter saw higher rates of Other theft and Public order while Exmouth had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Exeter recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 137).