Ludgvan vs Newquay — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ludgvan

TR20 · Cornwall

17

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences6
  • Other theft4
  • Drugs2

Newquay

TR7 · Cornwall

207

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences102
  • Anti-social behaviour32
  • Criminal damage & arson25

Ludgvan has less crime — 17 vs 207 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Newquay recorded substantially more crime than Ludgvan in April 2026 — 207 incidents compared to 17, a 12.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ludgvan sees higher rates of Other theft (4) and Drugs (2), while Newquay has more Anti-social behaviour (32) and Criminal damage & arson (25). Ludgvan is below the national average while Newquay is above, making Ludgvan the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ludgvan or Newquay safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ludgvan recorded fewer crimes than Newquay — 17 vs 207 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Ludgvan is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Ludgvan and Newquay?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ludgvan saw higher rates of Other theft and Drugs while Newquay had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Ludgvan recorded fewer total crimes (17 vs 207).

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