Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL17 · Cornwall
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PL4 · Plymouth
721
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Callington has less crime — 24 vs 721 incidents in February 2026.
Plymouth recorded substantially more crime than Callington in February 2026 — 721 incidents compared to 24, a 30.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Callington sees higher rates of Other theft (4) and Criminal damage & arson (3), while Plymouth has more Anti-social behaviour (116) and Shoplifting (87). Callington is below the national average while Plymouth is above, making Callington the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Callington recorded fewer crimes than Plymouth — 24 vs 721 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Callington 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 Plymouth had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Callington recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 721).