Penzance vs Redruth — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Penzance

TR18 · Cornwall

136

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

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

Redruth

TR16 · Cornwall

84

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences36
  • Other theft14
  • Anti-social behaviour7

Redruth has less crime — 84 vs 136 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Penzance recorded notably higher crime than Redruth in February 2026 — 136 vs 84 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Penzance sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13), while Redruth has more Other theft (14). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Penzance or Redruth safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Redruth recorded fewer crimes than Penzance — 84 vs 136 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Redruth is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Penzance saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Redruth had more Other theft. Overall, Redruth recorded fewer total crimes (84 vs 136).

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