Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX12 · Devon
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
EX10 · Devon
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Seaton has less crime — 20 vs 28 incidents in February 2026.
Sidmouth saw somewhat more crime than Seaton in February 2026 (28 vs 20 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Seaton sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (3) 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, Seaton recorded fewer crimes than Sidmouth — 20 vs 28 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes. Seaton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Seaton saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour while Sidmouth had more Other theft and Vehicle crime. Overall, Seaton recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 28).