Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL2 · Plymouth
336
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
PL4 · Plymouth
721
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Plymouth has less crime — 336 vs 721 incidents in February 2026.
Plymouth recorded notably higher crime than Plymouth in February 2026 — 721 vs 336 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Plymouth sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (40), while Plymouth has more Shoplifting (87). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Plymouth recorded fewer crimes than Plymouth — 336 vs 721 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Plymouth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Plymouth saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Plymouth had more Shoplifting. Overall, Plymouth recorded fewer total crimes (336 vs 721).