Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL17 · Cornwall
35
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
PL5 · Plymouth
237
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Callington has less crime — 35 vs 237 incidents in April 2026.
Plymouth recorded substantially more crime than Callington in April 2026 — 237 incidents compared to 35, a 6.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Callington sees higher rates of Other theft (5) and Burglary (3), while Plymouth has more Anti-social behaviour (34) and Criminal damage & arson (32). Callington is below the national average while Plymouth is above, making Callington the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Callington recorded fewer crimes than Plymouth — 35 vs 237 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Callington is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Callington saw higher rates of Other theft and Burglary while Plymouth had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Callington recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 237).