Based on April 2026 Police data, Helland (PL30) recorded the lowest crime rate in Cornwall, with 0 incidents. At the other end of the scale, Newquay (TR7) recorded 207 crimes in the same period. The 42 postcode areas analysed in Cornwall span both ends of the spectrum — some well below and others well above the national crime benchmark.
Based on April 2026 Police data, Helland (PL30) is the safest area in Cornwall, recording 0 crimes — 100% fewer than the average across the 42 areas analysed. was the most common crime type even in this safest area.
What is the most dangerous area in Cornwall?
Newquay (TR7) recorded the most crime in Cornwall in April 2026, with 207 incidents. Violence & sexual offences was the dominant crime type. Full 24-month trend reports for this area are available from £4.99.
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