Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL16 · Devon
9
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
PL22 · Cornwall
10
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Lifton has less crime — 9 vs 10 incidents in April 2026.
Lifton and Lostwithiel recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 9 and 10 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lifton sees higher rates of Public order (2) and Anti-social behaviour (2), while Lostwithiel has more Violence & sexual offences (6) and Burglary (1). 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, Lifton recorded fewer crimes than Lostwithiel — 9 vs 10 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes. Lifton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Lifton saw higher rates of Public order and Anti-social behaviour while Lostwithiel had more Violence & sexual offences and Burglary. Overall, Lifton recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 10).