Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX23 · Cornwall
48
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
PL18 · Cornwall
26
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Calstock has less crime — 26 vs 48 incidents in April 2026.
Bude recorded notably higher crime than Calstock in April 2026 — 48 vs 26 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bude sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while Calstock has more Criminal damage & arson (4) and Public order (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Calstock recorded fewer crimes than Bude — 26 vs 48 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Calstock is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bude saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Calstock had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Calstock recorded fewer total crimes (26 vs 48).