Helston vs Ludgvan — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Helston

TR13 · Cornwall

34

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences13
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Ludgvan

TR20 · Cornwall

11

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Other theft3
  • Other crime1

Ludgvan has less crime — 11 vs 34 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Helston recorded substantially more crime than Ludgvan in February 2026 — 34 incidents compared to 11, a 3.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Helston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Ludgvan has more Other theft (3) and Other crime (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Helston or Ludgvan safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Ludgvan recorded fewer crimes than Helston — 11 vs 34 incidents. That is 68% fewer crimes. Ludgvan is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Helston and Ludgvan?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Helston saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Ludgvan had more Other theft and Other crime. Overall, Ludgvan recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 34).

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