Lostwithiel vs Padstow — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Lostwithiel

PL22 · Cornwall

15

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Public order2

Padstow

PL28 · Cornwall

1

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Drugs1

Padstow has less crime — 1 vs 15 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Lostwithiel recorded substantially more crime than Padstow in March 2026 — 15 incidents compared to 1, a 15.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lostwithiel sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (8) and Anti-social behaviour (2), while Padstow has more Drugs (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lostwithiel or Padstow safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Padstow recorded fewer crimes than Lostwithiel — 1 vs 15 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Padstow is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Lostwithiel and Padstow?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Lostwithiel saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Anti-social behaviour while Padstow had more Drugs. Overall, Padstow recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 15).

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