Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL17 · Cornwall
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PL6 · Plymouth
92
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Callington has less crime — 24 vs 92 incidents in February 2026.
Plymouth recorded substantially more crime than Callington in February 2026 — 92 incidents compared to 24, a 3.8x 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 (12) and 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, Callington recorded fewer crimes than Plymouth — 24 vs 92 incidents. That is 74% 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 Public order. Overall, Callington recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 92).