Ludgvan vs Penryn — 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

Penryn

TR10 · Cornwall

52

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences27
  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Ludgvan has less crime — 17 vs 52 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Penryn recorded substantially more crime than Ludgvan in April 2026 — 52 incidents compared to 17, a 3.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ludgvan sees higher rates of Other theft (4) and Drugs (2), while Penryn has more Anti-social behaviour (8) and Criminal damage & arson (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ludgvan or Penryn safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ludgvan recorded fewer crimes than Penryn — 17 vs 52 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Ludgvan is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ludgvan saw higher rates of Other theft and Drugs while Penryn had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Ludgvan recorded fewer total crimes (17 vs 52).

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