Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX3 · Devon
20
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
PL19 · Devon
44
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Exeter has less crime — 20 vs 44 incidents in April 2026.
Tavistock recorded notably higher crime than Exeter in April 2026 — 44 vs 20 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Exeter sees higher rates of Other theft (4) and Public order (4), while Tavistock has more Shoplifting (5) and Anti-social behaviour (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Exeter recorded fewer crimes than Tavistock — 20 vs 44 incidents. That is 55% 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 Tavistock had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Exeter recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 44).