Is Porthleven & Helston North Safe?
Crime statistics for Porthleven & Helston North. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 6 total crimes recorded in Porthleven & Helston North
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Month-by-month crime totals for Porthleven & Helston North — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Porthleven & Helston North safe?
Porthleven & Helston North has a CrimeRadar safety score of 89/100, rated Very Safe. A total of 6 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 77.8% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Porthleven & Helston North is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Porthleven & Helston North in the last 12 months?
6 crimes were recorded in Porthleven & Helston North in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 77.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (27 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 2 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Porthleven & Helston North?
The most common crime in Porthleven & Helston North is Violent Crime, with 2 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 33.3% 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 Porthleven & Helston North increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Porthleven & Helston North is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 77.8% — from 27 crimes in the previous 12 months to 6 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Porthleven & Helston North?
Porthleven & Helston North has a safety score of 89 out of 100 (Very Safe). 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 Porthleven & Helston North compare to the Devon & Cornwall Police average?
Porthleven & Helston North has a safety score of 89/100, while the Devon & Cornwall Police force area average is 34/100. Porthleven & Helston North is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Porthleven & Helston North?
0% of crimes recorded in Porthleven & Helston North 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 Porthleven & Helston North?
2 violent crimes were recorded in Porthleven & Helston North in the last 12 months — representing 33.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 0 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 Porthleven & Helston North last updated?
The crime data for Porthleven & Helston North 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 Porthleven & Helston North with other areas?
You can compare Porthleven & Helston North 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.