Current timestamp: 11/07/2026 16:58:49
AgeAlertAnonymousAppealsApplicationsApply Or RegisterArea OutlineArrow DownArrow LeftArrow RightArrow UpAutomatic DoorsBack ArrowBusinessCalendarCashArrow DownArrow LeftArrow RightArrow Down[Missing text '/SvgIcons/Symbols/Titles/icon-chrome' for 'English (United Kingdom)']ClockCloseContactDirectionsDocumentDownloadDrawDrugExpandExternal LinkFacebookFb CommentFb LikeFiletype DefaultFiletype DocFiletype PdfFiletype PptFiletype XlsFinance[Missing text '/SvgIcons/Symbols/Titles/icon-firefox' for 'English (United Kingdom)']First AidFlickrFraudGive FeedbackGlobeGuide DogHealthHearing ImpairedInduction LoopInfoInstagramIntercom[Missing text '/SvgIcons/Symbols/Titles/icon-internet-explorer' for 'English (United Kingdom)']LaptopLiftLinkedinLocal Activity[Missing text '/SvgIcons/Symbols/Titles/icon-location' for 'English (United Kingdom)']LoudspeakerLow CounterMailMapMap PinMembershipMenuMenu 2[Missing text '/SvgIcons/Symbols/Titles/icon-microsoft-edge' for 'English (United Kingdom)']Missing PeopleMobility ImpairmentNationalityNorth PointerOne Mile RadiusOverviewPagesPaper PlaneParkingPdfPhonePinterestPlayPushchairRefreshReportRequestRestart[Missing text '/SvgIcons/Symbols/Titles/icon-rotate-clockwise' for 'English (United Kingdom)']Rss[Missing text '/SvgIcons/Symbols/Titles/icon-safari' for 'English (United Kingdom)']SearchShareSign LanguageSnapchatStart AgainStatsStats And Prevention AdviceStopSubscribeTargetTattosTell Us AboutTickTumblrTwenty Four HoursTwitter LikeTwitter ReplyTwitter RetweetUploadVisually ImpairedWhatsappWheelchairWheelchair AssistedWheelchair ParkingWheelchair RampWheelchair WcYoutubeZoom InZoom Out

Leave this site

Cookies

We use some essential cookies to make our website work. We’d like to set additional cookies so we can remember your preferences and understand how you use our site.

You can manage your preferences and cookie settings at any time by clicking on “Customise Cookies” below. For more information on how we use cookies, please see our Cookies notice.

Accept cookies Reject cookies Customise cookies

Your cookie preferences have been saved. You can update your cookie settings at any time on the cookies page.

Your cookie preferences have been saved. You can update your cookie settings at any time on the cookies page.

Sorry, there was a technical problem. Please try again.

Skip to main content

Skip to main navigation

puk-logo

  • Contact us
  • Services and information

  • Back to Support

    • Support for children and young people
    • Support for offenders and their families
    • Support for victims and witnesses
    • Support for businesses
    • Antisocial behaviour: what is it, impact and support

  • Back to Policing in the UK

    • UK wide agencies and specialist agencies
    • Police and Crime Commissioners
    • Justice system in Northern Ireland
    • Crime investigation in action
    • The criminal justice process
  • Performance

  • Back to Your area

    • Find out how to contact your neighbourhood team
  2. Your area
  3. ...
  4. Devon and Cornwall Police
Image of Sidmouth

Sidmouth

Search another area

Your Area Team Map

Overview

  • Overview
  • Crime map
  • Stop and search
  • Statistics

Overview

Top reported crimes

Most commonly reported crimes during May 2026

  • Violence and sexual offences

    25

  • Public order

    9

  • Criminal damage and arson

    8

  • Anti-social behaviour

    3
Get crime prevention advice

Crime levels overview

Crime for last year

Crime per Month

Please enable JavaScript in a browser which supports the canvas element to view the following data as a chart
Crime levels overview
Month Total Percentage
Jun 2025 77 9.4%
Jul 2025 61 7.4%
Aug 2025 71 8.7%
Sep 2025 63 7.7%
Oct 2025 86 10.5%
Nov 2025 74 9%
Dec 2025 58 7.1%
Jan 2026 56 6.8%
Feb 2026 56 6.8%
Mar 2026 82 10%
Apr 2026 69 8.4%
May 2026 66 8.1%

Your local policing team

  • About us
  • Your team
  • Policing priorities
  • Meetings and events

About us

About us

Local policing teams are groups of officers dedicated to serving the community. Teams are made up of officers based in the area, supported by additional officers from the wider area. 

Teams work closely with local authorities, organisations, partners and residents to decide policing priorities. This helps teams find long-term solutions to local problems. 

 

Find out how to contact your neighbourhood team

Your team

  • Police Sergeant

    Jenny Palmer

  • Police Constable

    Ross Buckler

  • Police Community Support Officer

    Jane Starkey

  • Police Inspector

    Phil Gray

Policing priorities

  • Priority:

    Action taken:

  • Priority:

    Reduce Antisocial Behaviour

    Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) is defined as 'behaviour by a person which causes, or is likely to cause, harassment, alarm or distress to persons not of the same household as the person'. There are three main categories of ASB including: Personal ASB, Nuisance ASB, and environmental ASB. This can include littering, noise, inconsiderate behaviour, nuisance calls, antisocial driving, abandoned vehicles, begging, and street drinking.

    Issued 02 July 2026

    Action taken:

    The Sidmouth Neighbourhood Team responded to a report of criminal damage at public toilets in Newton Poppleford involving two teenage boys. Both youths have been issued with Antisocial Behaviour Warning Letters, and the damage is being addressed through a locally agreed Community Resolution.
    In Sidmouth, officers have identified two children involved in interfering with parked vehicles with the intention of stealing from them. The individuals have been identified and are now being dealt with by the Child Centred Policing Team.
    A male from the Sidford area has been issued with a Community Resolution after reports that he had been throwing glass bottles from a window, creating a hazard due to broken glass on the pavement. The individual admitted the behaviour and apologised. He has been warned that continued offending could result in further enforcement action, including prosecution.
    Officers have also made referrals to Adult Social Care regarding an elderly male whose behaviour towards members of the public has caused concern. Police and social care professionals are working jointly to address the issues. The individual is already subject to a Community Protection Warning, and officers are exploring further options alongside East Devon District Council.
    Neighbourhood officers continue to carry out patrols in identified antisocial behaviour hotspots. The team has also been meeting with local councillors, schools, health services and charitable organisations to discuss opportunities to improve youth provision across the Sidmouth area.

    Actioned 02 July 2026

  • Priority:

    Drug Possession and Supply

    The effects of illegal drugs have devasting impact within the community leading to anti-social behaviour, violence, and safeguarding issues. Community intelligence is invaluable to Police in dealing effectively with drug suppliers. Information from the public helps to prevent and detect crime, whilst ensuring the safeguarding and protection of our community.

    Issued 02 July 2026

    Action taken:

    The Neighbourhood Police Team continues to work closely with the community to gather intelligence regarding drug supply within the area.
    Following a proactive police investigation, a youth suspected of involvement in the supply of cannabis has been interviewed and reported for offences relating to drug supply. The matter will now be referred to the Youth Justice Team.
    PCSO Starkey has been conducting joint visits with a Housing Officer from East Devon District Council to addresses where illegal cannabis use is suspected. Occupants have been warned that continued drug use within their properties may result in tenancy enforcement action.
    The team has also assisted colleagues across East Devon, including supporting the arrest of a drug driver and locating suspected cocaine during the search of an individual.
    In early July, officers from the Child Centred Policing Team and the Neighbourhood Police Team will be delivering educational inputs at Sidmouth College. The sessions will focus on drug awareness, knife crime and criminal exploitation.
    While disrupting drug supply remains a priority, officers will also continue targeting personal drug possession through an intelligence-led approach. Anyone with information about drug-related activity is encouraged to report it. Always call 999 if you believe somebody is driving while under the influence of drugs.

    If you suspect illegal activity in your area please report it via 101 online or by phone. Alternatively, you can report information anonymously to CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.

    Actioned 02 July 2026

  • Priority:

    Rural Crime & Engagement

    Rural crime is an issue affecting large areas of our county but often goes unreported. Due to the unique geography of our patch it can often be a challenging issue to police and robustly tackle. We aim to improve relations and connectivity within the community by attending rural events to offer crime prevention advice.

    Issued 02 July 2026

    Action taken:

    The Neighbourhood Police Team recently investigated reports of a male shooting birds on agricultural land in the Sidford area. Officers are aware that footage of the incident circulated locally and generated significant discussion. Following enquiries, it was established that the activity was lawful and no further action will be taken. Nevertheless, anyone with concerns regarding firearms or hunting activity is encouraged to report them to police.
    Officers have also received reports of a youth causing unlawful suffering to a fledgling bird in Sidmouth. A suspect has been identified and enquiries are ongoing with the Child Centred Policing Team.
    Police attended a report of a dog left in a hot vehicle in Sidmouth. The dog, an 18-year-old toy poodle, had no access to water and appeared distressed. An officer attended promptly and, using powers under Sections 18 and 19 of the Animal Welfare Act 2006, entered the vehicle by breaking a window. The dog was removed, provided with water and fortunately suffered no lasting harm. The owner was dealt with for permitting unnecessary suffering to an animal and will be responsible for the damage caused to the vehicle during the rescue.
    As temperatures remain high, we remind all dog owners to consider animal welfare during periods of hot weather. Avoid walking dogs during the hottest parts of the day and never leave a dog unattended in a vehicle. If you believe an animal is in immediate danger, call 999.

    Actioned 02 July 2026

Meetings and events

Family Drop In

10:00AM - 12:00PM, Tue 14 July 2026

Sidford Pavillion, Sidmouth Rugby Club Sidmouth

Add to calendar

Sidmouth Folk Festival 2026

2:00PM - 10:00PM, Fri 31 July 2026

Sidmouth Sea Front, Sidmouth

Add to calendar

Sidmouth Folk Festival 2026

2:00PM - 10:00PM, Sat 01 August 2026

Sidmouth Sea Front, Sidmouth

Add to calendar

Sidmouth Folk Festival 2026

2:00PM - 10:00PM, Sun 02 August 2026

Sidmouth Sea Front, Sidmouth

Add to calendar

Sidmouth Folk Festival 2026

10:00AM - 6:00PM, Mon 03 August 2026

Sidmouth Sea Front, Sidmouth

Add to calendar

Sidmouth Folk Festival 2026

10:00AM - 6:00PM, Tue 04 August 2026

Sidmouth Sea Front, Sidmouth

Add to calendar

Sidmouth Folk Festival 2026

10:00AM - 6:00PM, Wed 05 August 2026

Sidmouth Sea Front, Sidmouth

Add to calendar

Sidmouth Folk Festival 2026

10:00AM - 6:00PM, Thu 06 August 2026

Sidmouth Sea Front, Sidmouth

Add to calendar

Sidmouth Folk Festival 2026

2:00PM - 10:00PM, Fri 07 August 2026

Sidmouth Sea Front, Sidmouth

Add to calendar

Sidmouth Illuminated Carnival

6:00PM - 12:00AM, Sat 26 September 2026

Temple Street Sidmouth

Add to calendar

Search for another area

Find local areas, police forces, crime levels and statistics using the search box below. Enter a postcode, street address or area.
Location search controls

Footer navigation

Police.uk

  • Contact us
  • Find a police force
  • Feedback about this website
  • Cookies
  • Terms and conditions
  • Privacy
  • Accessibility
  • About the Open Government Licence

Information and services

  • Online services
  • Careers and volunteering
  • Crime prevention advice
  • Data downloads and API
  • Support

Partners

  • NPCC
  • APCC
  • Ask the police
  • Ministry of Justice - Victim and Witness Information Service
  • Victim Support

Language

  • Cymraeg

© Copyright 2026. All content rights reserved.

All data is available under the Open Government Licence v3.0 unless otherwise stated.