Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TR27 · Cornwall
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
TR26 · Cornwall
50
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Hayle has less crime — 41 vs 50 incidents in February 2026.
St Ives saw somewhat more crime than Hayle in February 2026 (50 vs 41 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hayle sees higher rates of Shoplifting (7) and Public order (3), while St Ives has more Anti-social behaviour (8) 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, Hayle recorded fewer crimes than St Ives — 41 vs 50 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes. Hayle is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hayle saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while St Ives had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hayle recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 50).