Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX14 · Devon
13
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
EX10 · Devon
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Honiton has less crime — 13 vs 28 incidents in February 2026.
Sidmouth recorded notably higher crime than Honiton in February 2026 — 28 vs 13 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Honiton sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (2) and Public order (1), while Sidmouth has more Other theft (4) and Vehicle crime (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Honiton recorded fewer crimes than Sidmouth — 13 vs 28 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Honiton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Honiton saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Sidmouth had more Other theft and Vehicle crime. Overall, Honiton recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 28).