The question of how the crime rate in Carlyon Bay compares to St Blazey is a common one for those considering living in or visiting Cornwall. The data provides a clear answer: Carlyon Bay is significantly safer than St Blazey.
Carlyon Bay, classified as a Built-Up Area (BUA) with a population of 3196, has a crime rate of 31.3 incidents per 1,000 residents. This is notably lower than the UK average of 91.6 incidents per 1,000. In contrast, St Blazey’s crime rate stands at 79.3 per 1,000, more than double Carlyon Bay’s rate and also significantly higher than the national average. This difference highlights a considerable disparity in the level of reported crime between the two locations.
To provide further context, Duporth, another nearby area, has a crime rate of 36.0 per 1,000, while St Austell experiences a higher rate of 108.6 per 1,000. Tregrehan Mills boasts a remarkably low crime rate of 0.0 per 1,000, demonstrating the variability in safety across the region.
The safety score for Carlyon Bay is 91 out of 100, a strong indicator of its relative safety. The UK average safety score is 79, further emphasizing Carlyon Bay’s advantage. This higher safety score correlates directly with the lower crime rate observed.
It's important to remember that crime rate statistics represent reported incidents and don’t necessarily reflect the overall feeling of safety within a community. However, based on the available data, Carlyon Bay demonstrably presents a lower risk of crime compared to St Blazey.