Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL5 · Plymouth
194
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
PL9 · Plymouth
68
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Plymstock has less crime — 68 vs 194 incidents in February 2026.
Plymouth recorded substantially more crime than Plymstock in February 2026 — 194 incidents compared to 68, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Plymouth sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (26) and Criminal damage & arson (16), while Plymstock has more Public order (11) and Burglary (6). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Plymstock recorded fewer crimes than Plymouth — 68 vs 194 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. Plymstock is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Plymouth saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Plymstock had more Public order and Burglary. Overall, Plymstock recorded fewer total crimes (68 vs 194).