Plymstock vs Tavistock — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Plymstock

PL9 · Plymouth

56

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Shoplifting3

Tavistock

PL19 · Devon

44

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Shoplifting5
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Tavistock has less crime — 44 vs 56 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Plymstock saw somewhat more crime than Tavistock in April 2026 (56 vs 44 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Plymstock or Tavistock safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Tavistock recorded fewer crimes than Plymstock — 44 vs 56 incidents. That is 21% fewer crimes. Tavistock is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Plymstock and Tavistock?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Plymstock recorded 32 incidents of this type vs 17 in Tavistock. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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