New crime figures from the cycle club Thighs Club show that East Devon has the lowest rate of bike theft in Devon.

The theft figures recorded crimes from 2022 to 2023 from crime rate.co.uk and Thighs Club show that Honiton reports three thefts and has a theft rate of 0.27. Exmouth has a theft rate of 0.25 and nine reported thefts, representing a moderate risk to your bicycle.

Axminster, Ottery St. Mary and Seaton boast a theft rate of 0, making them the ideal locations for cyclists to park their bikes securely.

Founder of Thighs Club and former British cyclist Alex Dowsett offered advice on how Devon residents can better protect themselves from bicycle theft, “As an elite cyclist who depends on my bike, seeing the bicycle thefts across Devon is truly disheartening.” 

“My advice to fellow riders worried about theft - invest in quality locks, including a sturdy U-lock paired with a cable for securing both wheels and the frame. Register your bike on databases like BikeRegister and Immobilise. Don't leave it unattended for long stretches. And check if your home insurance covers bicycle theft.”

“By taking proactive measures and having each others' backs, we can make the roads safer for Devon cyclists to chase their dreams.”