It's in contrast to the rest of country, which has seen an increase.
The National Farmers Union's annual Rural Crime Report shows a 18 per cent drop in the county.
Despite the fall, 400-thousand pounds of equipment is still stolen from the region's farms each year, with quad-bikes and tractors top of the wish list for thieves.
Investigations underway following fire in Devon village
Crews were called to Burlescombe
10,000 new homes could come to Plymouth
Government officials attend cabinet meeting
Decision soon on Torquay town centre redevelopment
More than 100 new homes will be built
Flights between Exeter and Amsterdam underway again
Daily flights to Netherlands after five years
Man kicked unconscious in Plymouth
Two teenagers arrested
Wanted Exeter man sought
Call 999 if you see 30-year-old Ryan Gent
