Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL21 · Devon
53
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
EX10 · Devon
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Sidmouth has less crime — 28 vs 53 incidents in February 2026.
Ivybridge recorded notably higher crime than Sidmouth in February 2026 — 53 vs 28 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ivybridge sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5), while Sidmouth has more 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, Sidmouth recorded fewer crimes than Ivybridge — 28 vs 53 incidents. That is 47% fewer crimes. Sidmouth is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ivybridge saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Sidmouth had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Sidmouth recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 53).