New Community Safety Charter developed by partners in Exeter

A new Community Safety Charter highlighting the steps being taken to ensure Exeter remains safe and welcoming has been developed by key partners in the city. 

The Community Safety Charter has been developed by Exeter City Council, Devon & Cornwall Police, InExeter, St Petrock’s, CoLab, Exeter Cathedral, University of Exeter, Exeter College and Exeter Business Against Crime, and unites partners in a shared commitment to ensure Exeter remains a safe, inclusive, and welcoming place for everyone, regardless of background or circumstance.  

Recent figures reveal that crime is falling in the city centre. Comparing 2025 to 2024, recorded crime fell by 11 per cent, anti-social behaviour fell by 21 per cent and shop theft fell by 28 per cent. 

For the full article please see the Devon & Cornwall Police website here.