Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX23 · Cornwall
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PL6 · Plymouth
92
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Bude has less crime — 44 vs 92 incidents in February 2026.
Plymouth recorded notably higher crime than Bude in February 2026 — 92 vs 44 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bude sees higher rates of Shoplifting (4), while Plymouth has more Public order (11). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bude recorded fewer crimes than Plymouth — 44 vs 92 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Bude is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bude saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Plymouth had more Public order. Overall, Bude recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 92).