Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TR27 · Cornwall
86
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
TR1 · Cornwall
198
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hayle has less crime — 86 vs 198 incidents in April 2026.
Truro recorded notably higher crime than Hayle in April 2026 — 198 vs 86 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hayle sees higher rates of Shoplifting (20) and Criminal damage & arson (11), while Truro has more Anti-social behaviour (37) and Public order (20). Hayle is below the national average while Truro is above, making Hayle the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hayle recorded fewer crimes than Truro — 86 vs 198 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Hayle is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hayle saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Truro had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Hayle recorded fewer total crimes (86 vs 198).