Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX10 · Devon
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PL15 · Cornwall
3
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
South Petherwin has less crime — 3 vs 28 incidents in February 2026.
Sidmouth recorded substantially more crime than South Petherwin in February 2026 — 28 incidents compared to 3, a 9.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sidmouth sees higher rates of Other theft (4) and Vehicle crime (3), while South Petherwin has more Public order (1) and Other crime (1). 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, South Petherwin recorded fewer crimes than Sidmouth — 3 vs 28 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. South Petherwin is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Sidmouth saw higher rates of Other theft and Vehicle crime while South Petherwin had more Public order and Other crime. Overall, South Petherwin recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 28).