Padstow vs Plymouth — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Padstow

PL28 · Cornwall

1

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Drugs1

Plymouth

PL6 · Plymouth

116

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences56
  • Shoplifting13
  • Anti-social behaviour9

Padstow has less crime — 1 vs 116 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Plymouth recorded substantially more crime than Padstow in March 2026 — 116 incidents compared to 1, a 116.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Padstow sees higher rates of Drugs (1), while Plymouth has more Violence & sexual offences (56) 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 Padstow or Plymouth safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Padstow recorded fewer crimes than Plymouth — 1 vs 116 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Padstow is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Padstow saw higher rates of Drugs while Plymouth had more Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting. Overall, Padstow recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 116).

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