Plymouth

Is Plymouth PL1 safe?

Covering wards: Stoke, Plymstock Radford, Devonport, St Peter and the Waterfront

Thinking about moving to Plymouth PL1? Police recorded 777 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — PL1 area

Official UK Police data

777 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Violence & sexual offences 296
Anti-social behaviour 126
Shoplifting 71
Above the national average

This is a snapshot. The full report includes 24 months of trend data, outcome analysis, year-over-year comparison, and in-depth safety insights.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Plymouth PL1 safe to live in?

Plymouth PL1 recorded 777 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 296 incidents. This is above the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in Plymouth PL1?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Plymouth PL1 were: Violence & sexual offences (296), Anti-social behaviour (126), and Shoplifting (71). These accounted for 63% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Plymouth PL1 compare to the national average?

Plymouth PL1 is above the national average for total recorded crime. Areas with higher crime rates aren't necessarily unsafe — much depends on crime type and context. Our full report breaks this down in detail.

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