Liskeard vs Plymouth — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Liskeard

PL14 · Cornwall

80

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences40
  • Shoplifting12
  • Anti-social behaviour6

Plymouth

PL4 · Plymouth

721

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences264
  • Anti-social behaviour116
  • Shoplifting87

Liskeard has less crime — 80 vs 721 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Plymouth recorded substantially more crime than Liskeard in February 2026 — 721 incidents compared to 80, a 9.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Plymouth records significantly more (264 vs 40 incidents). Liskeard is below the national average while Plymouth is above, making Liskeard the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Liskeard or Plymouth safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Liskeard recorded fewer crimes than Plymouth — 80 vs 721 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Liskeard is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Liskeard and Plymouth?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Liskeard recorded 40 incidents of this type vs 264 in Plymouth. Overall, Liskeard had fewer total crimes (80 vs 721).

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