Bude vs Padstow — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Bude

EX23 · Cornwall

44

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences22
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Shoplifting4

Padstow

PL28 · Cornwall

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Public order1

Padstow has less crime — 1 vs 44 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bude recorded substantially more crime than Padstow in February 2026 — 44 incidents compared to 1, a 44.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bude sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (22) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while Padstow has more Public order (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bude or Padstow safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Padstow recorded fewer crimes than Bude — 1 vs 44 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Padstow is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bude and Padstow?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bude saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Anti-social behaviour while Padstow had more Public order. Overall, Padstow recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 44).

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