Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TR13 · Cornwall
34
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
TR18 · Cornwall
136
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Helston has less crime — 34 vs 136 incidents in February 2026.
Penzance recorded substantially more crime than Helston in February 2026 — 136 incidents compared to 34, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Helston sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (5), while Penzance has more Shoplifting (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Helston recorded fewer crimes than Penzance — 34 vs 136 incidents. That is 75% 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 Penzance had more Shoplifting. Overall, Helston recorded fewer total crimes (34 vs 136).