Salcombe vs Totnes — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Salcombe

TQ8 · Devon

3

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Other theft1

Totnes

TQ9 · Devon

8

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Criminal damage & arson2

Salcombe has less crime — 3 vs 8 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Totnes recorded substantially more crime than Salcombe in February 2026 — 8 incidents compared to 3, a 2.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Salcombe sees higher rates of Other theft (1), while Totnes has more Anti-social behaviour (2) and Criminal damage & arson (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Salcombe or Totnes safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Salcombe recorded fewer crimes than Totnes — 3 vs 8 incidents. That is 63% fewer crimes. Salcombe is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Salcombe and Totnes?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Salcombe saw higher rates of Other theft while Totnes had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Salcombe recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 8).

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