Exeter vs Looe — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Exeter

EX3 · Devon

20

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Other theft4
  • Public order4

Looe

PL13 · Cornwall

16

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Criminal damage & arson3
  • Drugs2

Looe has less crime — 16 vs 20 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Exeter saw somewhat more crime than Looe in April 2026 (20 vs 16 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Exeter sees higher rates of Other theft (4) and Public order (4), while Looe has more Criminal damage & arson (3) and Drugs (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Exeter or Looe safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Looe recorded fewer crimes than Exeter — 16 vs 20 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. Looe is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Exeter and Looe?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Exeter saw higher rates of Other theft and Public order while Looe had more Criminal damage & arson and Drugs. Overall, Looe recorded fewer total crimes (16 vs 20).

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