EXMOUTH neighbourhood police team has revealed how crime in the town has fallen by five per cent in the last year compared to the same period last year.

EXMOUTH neighbourhood police team has revealed how crime in the town has fallen by five per cent in the last year compared to the same period last year.

Officers said the figure remains 'average' - with Devon and Cornwall police having the 4th lowest crime rate in England and Wales.

PC Mat Helm, PCSO's Karen Capey and Colin Balch are the members of Exmouth town's neighbourhood police team.

They can be contacted on 08452 777444, or by emailing www.devon-cornwall.police.uk

PC Mat Helm said: "Once on the site, select the 'my neighbourhood' link and enter your postcode.

"Our website features local information, news, events and now includes crime mapping.

"This feature allows you to see crime figures for your area.