Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX8 · Devon
126
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
PL15 · Cornwall
3
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
South Petherwin has less crime — 3 vs 126 incidents in February 2026.
Exmouth recorded substantially more crime than South Petherwin in February 2026 — 126 incidents compared to 3, a 42.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Exmouth sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (15) and Shoplifting (15), while South Petherwin has more Public order (1) and Other crime (1). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, South Petherwin recorded fewer crimes than Exmouth — 3 vs 126 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. South Petherwin is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Exmouth saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting while South Petherwin had more Public order and Other crime. Overall, South Petherwin recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 126).