Plymouth vs Seaton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Plymouth

PL6 · Plymouth

157

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences59
  • Anti-social behaviour34
  • Shoplifting18

Seaton

EX12 · Devon

34

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Criminal damage & arson7
  • Other theft2

Seaton has less crime — 34 vs 157 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Plymouth recorded substantially more crime than Seaton in April 2026 — 157 incidents compared to 34, a 4.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Plymouth sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (34) and Shoplifting (18), while Seaton has more Criminal damage & arson (7) and Other theft (2). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Plymouth or Seaton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Seaton recorded fewer crimes than Plymouth — 34 vs 157 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Seaton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Plymouth and Seaton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Plymouth saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Seaton had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Seaton recorded fewer total crimes (34 vs 157).

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