Updated April 20268 areas
Devon Crime Rankings 2026
South Hams is the safest area in Devon with a crime rate of 43.0 per 1,000 residents. The county average of 56.5 compares to a UK average of 81.3.
Data Sources:Police.ukONS Census 2021HM Land Registry Period: April 2026 • Updated monthly
South Hams
Safest in Devon
43.0 per 1k
Exeter
Highest Crime in Devon
93.6 per 1k
81.3
UK Average
per 1k residents
5
Areas Improving
vs same period last year
trending_down
Devon's average crime rate of 56.5 per 1,000 residents is 24.8 below the UK average of 81.3.
Devon Rankings
| Rank | City / Town | Rate (per 1k) | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Hams | 43.0 | -6.3% |
| 2 | West Devon | 43.4 | +6.6% |
| 3 | East Devon | 45.6 | -9.3% |
| 4 | Torridge | 49.9 | +2.0% |
| 5 | Mid Devon | 55.3 | +1.1% |
| 6 | Teignbridge | 56.0 | -8.9% |
| 7 | North Devon | 64.9 | -3.2% |
| 8 | Exeter | 93.6 | -8.4% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest city in Devon? expand_more
South Hams has the lowest crime rate in Devon at 43.0 crimes per 1,000 residents annually.
How does Devon compare to the UK average? expand_more
The average crime rate across Devon is 56.5 per 1,000 residents, compared to the UK average of 81.3.
Is crime improving in Devon? expand_more
5 of 8 areas in Devon recorded fewer crimes than the same period last year.
Data: Police.uk (OGL v3.0) · Population: ONS Census 2021 · Methodology