Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX23 · Cornwall
48
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
PL23 · Cornwall
13
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Fowey has less crime — 13 vs 48 incidents in April 2026.
Bude recorded substantially more crime than Fowey in April 2026 — 48 incidents compared to 13, a 3.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bude sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while Fowey has more Other theft (1) and Public order (1). 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, Fowey recorded fewer crimes than Bude — 13 vs 48 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Fowey 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 Fowey had more Other theft and Public order. Overall, Fowey recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 48).