Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TR8 · Cornwall
21
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
TR13 · Cornwall
34
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Colan has less crime — 21 vs 34 incidents in February 2026.
Helston recorded notably higher crime than Colan in February 2026 — 34 vs 21 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Colan sees higher rates of Other theft (4) and Weapons possession (2), while Helston has more Anti-social behaviour (5) and Criminal damage & arson (5). 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, Colan recorded fewer crimes than Helston — 21 vs 34 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Colan is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Colan saw higher rates of Other theft and Weapons possession while Helston had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Colan recorded fewer total crimes (21 vs 34).