Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL12 · Cornwall
19
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
EX10 · Devon
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Saltash has less crime — 19 vs 28 incidents in February 2026.
Sidmouth saw somewhat more crime than Saltash in February 2026 (28 vs 19 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Saltash sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5) and Anti-social behaviour (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, Saltash recorded fewer crimes than Sidmouth — 19 vs 28 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Saltash is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Saltash saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Sidmouth had more Other theft and Vehicle crime. Overall, Saltash recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 28).