Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TR13 · Cornwall
34
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
TR15 · Cornwall
101
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Helston has less crime — 34 vs 101 incidents in February 2026.
Redruth recorded substantially more crime than Helston in February 2026 — 101 incidents compared to 34, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Helston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Redruth has more Other theft (17) and Shoplifting (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 Redruth — 34 vs 101 incidents. That is 66% 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 Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Redruth had more Other theft and Shoplifting. Overall, Helston recorded fewer total crimes (34 vs 101).