Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TR13 · Cornwall
29
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
TR10 · Cornwall
52
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Helston has less crime — 29 vs 52 incidents in April 2026.
Penryn recorded notably higher crime than Helston in April 2026 — 52 vs 29 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Helston sees higher rates of Public order (4), while Penryn has more Anti-social behaviour (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Helston recorded fewer crimes than Penryn — 29 vs 52 incidents. That is 44% 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 Penryn had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Helston recorded fewer total crimes (29 vs 52).