Penryn vs Perranporth — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Penryn

TR10 · Cornwall

52

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

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

Perranporth

TR6 · Cornwall

16

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Other theft3
  • Vehicle crime3

Perranporth has less crime — 16 vs 52 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Penryn recorded substantially more crime than Perranporth in April 2026 — 52 incidents compared to 16, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Penryn sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (8) and Criminal damage & arson (8), while Perranporth has more Other theft (3) and Vehicle crime (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Penryn or Perranporth safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Perranporth recorded fewer crimes than Penryn — 16 vs 52 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Perranporth is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Penryn saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Perranporth had more Other theft and Vehicle crime. Overall, Perranporth recorded fewer total crimes (16 vs 52).

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