Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL22 · Cornwall
14
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
EX10 · Devon
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Lostwithiel has less crime — 14 vs 28 incidents in February 2026.
Sidmouth recorded notably higher crime than Lostwithiel in February 2026 — 28 vs 14 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lostwithiel sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (2) and Public order (2), 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, Lostwithiel recorded fewer crimes than Sidmouth — 14 vs 28 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Lostwithiel is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Lostwithiel saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Sidmouth had more Other theft and Vehicle crime. Overall, Lostwithiel recorded fewer total crimes (14 vs 28).