Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX4 · Devon
546
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
PL5 · Plymouth
237
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Plymouth has less crime — 237 vs 546 incidents in April 2026.
Exeter recorded notably higher crime than Plymouth in April 2026 — 546 vs 237 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Exeter sees higher rates of Shoplifting (88), while Plymouth has more Criminal damage & arson (32). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Plymouth recorded fewer crimes than Exeter — 237 vs 546 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Exeter is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Exeter saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Plymouth had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Plymouth recorded fewer total crimes (237 vs 546).