Marazion vs Penzance — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Marazion

TR17 · Cornwall

9

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Criminal damage & arson3
  • Public order2

Penzance

TR18 · Cornwall

136

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences58
  • Anti-social behaviour27
  • Shoplifting13

Marazion has less crime — 9 vs 136 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Penzance recorded substantially more crime than Marazion in February 2026 — 136 incidents compared to 9, a 15.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Marazion sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (3) and Public order (2), while Penzance has more Anti-social behaviour (27) and Shoplifting (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Marazion or Penzance safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Marazion recorded fewer crimes than Penzance — 9 vs 136 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Marazion is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Marazion and Penzance?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Marazion saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Penzance had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Marazion recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 136).

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