Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL23 · Cornwall
13
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
EX10 · Devon
49
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Fowey has less crime — 13 vs 49 incidents in April 2026.
Sidmouth recorded substantially more crime than Fowey in April 2026 — 49 incidents compared to 13, a 3.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Fowey sees higher rates of Other theft (1) and Public order (1), while Sidmouth has more Anti-social behaviour (5) and Criminal damage & arson (4). 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, Fowey recorded fewer crimes than Sidmouth — 13 vs 49 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Fowey is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Fowey saw higher rates of Other theft and Public order while Sidmouth had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Fowey recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 49).