Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL3 · Plymouth
303
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
PL4 · Plymouth
721
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Plymouth has less crime — 303 vs 721 incidents in February 2026.
Plymouth recorded notably higher crime than Plymouth in February 2026 — 721 vs 303 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Plymouth sees higher rates of Other theft (28) and Public order (23), while Plymouth has more Anti-social behaviour (116) and 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 — 303 vs 721 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Plymouth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Plymouth saw higher rates of Other theft and Public order while Plymouth had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Plymouth recorded fewer total crimes (303 vs 721).