Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL23 · Cornwall
13
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PL22 · Cornwall
14
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Fowey has less crime — 13 vs 14 incidents in February 2026.
Fowey and Lostwithiel recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 13 and 14 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Fowey sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (1) and Drugs (1), while Lostwithiel has more Criminal damage & arson (2) and Public order (2). 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 Lostwithiel — 13 vs 14 incidents. That is 7% fewer crimes. Fowey is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Fowey saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Drugs while Lostwithiel had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Fowey recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 14).