Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TR13 · Cornwall
29
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
TR15 · Cornwall
111
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Helston has less crime — 29 vs 111 incidents in April 2026.
Redruth recorded substantially more crime than Helston in April 2026 — 111 incidents compared to 29, a 3.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Helston sees higher rates of Public order (4), while Redruth has more Anti-social behaviour (17). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Helston recorded fewer crimes than Redruth — 29 vs 111 incidents. That is 74% 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 Redruth had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Helston recorded fewer total crimes (29 vs 111).