Exeter vs Honiton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Exeter

EX4 · Devon

546

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences187
  • Anti-social behaviour101
  • Shoplifting88

Honiton

EX14 · Devon

18

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Public order2

Honiton has less crime — 18 vs 546 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Exeter recorded substantially more crime than Honiton in April 2026 — 546 incidents compared to 18, a 30.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Exeter sees higher rates of Shoplifting (88), while Honiton has more Public order (2). Exeter sits above the national average for recorded crime while Honiton is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Exeter or Honiton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Honiton recorded fewer crimes than Exeter — 18 vs 546 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Honiton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Exeter saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Honiton had more Public order. Overall, Honiton recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 546).

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