Is Penzance Rural East Safe?
Crime statistics for Penzance Rural East. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 622 total crimes recorded in Penzance Rural East
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Penzance Rural East — last 12 months
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Safest Areas Near Penzance Rural East
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Compare Penzance Rural East With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Penzance Rural East safe?
Penzance Rural East has a CrimeRadar safety score of 18/100, rated High Crime. A total of 622 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 10.7% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Penzance Rural East are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Penzance Rural East in the last 12 months?
622 crimes were recorded in Penzance Rural East in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 10.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (562 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 299 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Penzance Rural East?
The most common crime in Penzance Rural East is Violent Crime, with 299 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 48.1% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Penzance Rural East increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Penzance Rural East is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 10.7% — from 562 crimes in the previous 12 months to 622 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Penzance Rural East?
Penzance Rural East has a safety score of 18 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Penzance Rural East compare to the Devon & Cornwall Police average?
Penzance Rural East has a safety score of 18/100, while the Devon & Cornwall Police force area average is 34/100. Penzance Rural East is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Penzance Rural East?
8.7% of crimes recorded in Penzance Rural East resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Devon & Cornwall Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Penzance Rural East?
299 violent crimes were recorded in Penzance Rural East in the last 12 months — representing 48.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 92 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Penzance Rural East last updated?
The crime data for Penzance Rural East was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Penzance Rural East with other areas?
You can compare Penzance Rural East with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.