Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL17 · Cornwall
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PL23 · Cornwall
13
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Fowey has less crime — 13 vs 24 incidents in February 2026.
Callington recorded notably higher crime than Fowey in February 2026 — 24 vs 13 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Callington sees higher rates of Other theft (4) and Criminal damage & arson (3), while Fowey has more Anti-social behaviour (1) and Drugs (1). 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, Fowey recorded fewer crimes than Callington — 13 vs 24 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Fowey is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Callington saw higher rates of Other theft and Criminal damage & arson while Fowey had more Anti-social behaviour and Drugs. Overall, Fowey recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 24).