Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL23 · Cornwall
13
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
EX11 · Devon
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Fowey has less crime — 13 vs 20 incidents in February 2026.
Ottery St Mary recorded notably higher crime than Fowey in February 2026 — 20 vs 13 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Fowey sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (1) and Drugs (1), while Ottery St Mary has more Criminal damage & arson (2) and Vehicle crime (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 Ottery St Mary — 13 vs 20 incidents. That is 35% 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 Ottery St Mary had more Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime. Overall, Fowey recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 20).