Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TR7 · Cornwall
207
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
TR1 · Cornwall
198
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Truro has less crime — 198 vs 207 incidents in April 2026.
Newquay and Truro recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 207 and 198 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newquay sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (25), while Truro has more Public order (20). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Truro recorded fewer crimes than Newquay — 198 vs 207 incidents. That is 4% fewer crimes. Newquay is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Newquay saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Truro had more Public order. Overall, Truro recorded fewer total crimes (198 vs 207).