Updated March 20268 areas
Devon Crime Rankings 2026
West Devon is the safest area in Devon with a crime rate of 43.6 per 1,000 residents. The county average of 57.3 compares to a UK average of 81.5.
Data Sources:Police.ukONS Census 2021HM Land Registry Period: March 2026 • Updated monthly
West Devon
Safest in Devon
43.6 per 1k
Exeter
Highest Crime in Devon
95.9 per 1k
81.5
UK Average
per 1k residents
4
Areas Improving
vs same period last year
trending_down
Devon's average crime rate of 57.3 per 1,000 residents is 24.2 below the UK average of 81.5.
Devon Rankings
| Rank | City / Town | Rate (per 1k) | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Devon | 43.6 | +5.4% |
| 2 | South Hams | 43.3 | 0.0% |
| 3 | East Devon | 46.4 | +14.9% |
| 4 | Torridge | 50.1 | -10.6% |
| 5 | Mid Devon | 55.5 | +1.7% |
| 6 | Teignbridge | 57.2 | -2.7% |
| 7 | North Devon | 66.1 | -5.9% |
| 8 | Exeter | 95.9 | -3.4% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest city in Devon? expand_more
West Devon has the lowest crime rate in Devon at 43.6 crimes per 1,000 residents annually.
How does Devon compare to the UK average? expand_more
The average crime rate across Devon is 57.3 per 1,000 residents, compared to the UK average of 81.5.
Is crime improving in Devon? expand_more
4 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