Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TR13 · Cornwall
34
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
TR10 · Cornwall
67
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Helston has less crime — 34 vs 67 incidents in February 2026.
Penryn recorded notably higher crime than Helston in February 2026 — 67 vs 34 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Helston sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (5), while Penryn has more Other theft (8). 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, Helston recorded fewer crimes than Penryn — 34 vs 67 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Helston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Helston saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Penryn had more Other theft. Overall, Helston recorded fewer total crimes (34 vs 67).