Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL14 · Cornwall
80
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PL3 · Plymouth
303
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Liskeard has less crime — 80 vs 303 incidents in February 2026.
Plymouth recorded substantially more crime than Liskeard in February 2026 — 303 incidents compared to 80, a 3.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Liskeard sees higher rates of Shoplifting (12) and Anti-social behaviour (6), while Plymouth has more Other theft (28) and Public order (23). Liskeard is below the national average while Plymouth is above, making Liskeard the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Liskeard recorded fewer crimes than Plymouth — 80 vs 303 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Liskeard is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Liskeard saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Plymouth had more Other theft and Public order. Overall, Liskeard recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 303).