Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TR13 · Cornwall
29
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
TR7 · Cornwall
207
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Helston has less crime — 29 vs 207 incidents in April 2026.
Newquay recorded substantially more crime than Helston in April 2026 — 207 incidents compared to 29, a 7.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Helston sees higher rates of Public order (4), while Newquay has more Anti-social behaviour (32). Helston is below the national average while Newquay is above, making Helston the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Helston recorded fewer crimes than Newquay — 29 vs 207 incidents. That is 86% fewer crimes. Helston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Helston saw higher rates of Public order while Newquay had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Helston recorded fewer total crimes (29 vs 207).