Redruth Crime Rate

Redruth’s crime rate of 102.0 per 1,000 residents in 2026 is 11.9% above the UK average, driven by a sharp 133.3% year-on-year rise in theft from the person. While property crime remains 17.3% below the UK average, the area’s violent crime rate is 40% above the national benchmark, highlighting uneven safety challenges.

Redruth is a built-up area in Cornwall with a mix of residential and commercial zones. Its proximity to major roads and commuter routes may contribute to higher vehicle crime rates. The area’s relatively high anti-social behaviour and violence rates could reflect social dynamics in a community with a younger demographic and limited public spaces for recreation.

The most surprising finding is Redruth’s 40% above-average rate for violence and sexual offences, despite its property crime rate being 17.3% below the UK average. This imbalance may stem from local factors such as community tensions or limited youth engagement opportunities. Anti-social behaviour, 45% above the UK average, likely correlates with the area’s urban character and potential gaps in local policing. Criminal damage and arson, 60% above average, may be linked to transient populations or under-resourced community infrastructure. Notably, public order and shoplifting rates remain below UK averages, suggesting effective local interventions or lower foot traffic in retail areas.

Redruth’s crime rate rose 22.1% year-on-year, with theft from the person surging by 133.3%—the steepest increase of any category. Monthly trends show a sharp peak in September (11.9 per 1,000) and a steady decline in February (5.8 per 1,000). This seasonal pattern likely reflects longer evenings and increased outdoor activity during summer, coupled with tourism-related theft. Despite these rises, property crime remains 17.3% below the UK average, suggesting targeted local interventions have mitigated some risks.

How To Keep Safe in Redruth

Avoid isolated areas at night, especially around 12am-6am when vehicle crime spikes. Secure valuables in public spaces to mitigate the 133.3% YoY rise in theft from the person. Report anti-social behaviour promptly, as it contributes to 21.4 per 1,000 incidents. Use well-lit routes during evening hours and consider scOS’s real-time monitoring for home security.

Crime in Redruth peaks during evening and night hours, with vehicle crime spiking between midnight and 6am, likely due to unlit parking areas. Theft from the person occurs most frequently in the afternoon, aligning with pedestrian activity in commercial zones. Burglary is concentrated at night, reflecting opportunistic intrusions in residential areas. The higher proportion of 'other' crimes during the night (54%) may indicate unclassified or complex incidents.

Redruth’s crime rate (102.0) is 188% higher than Lanner’s (35.4) but 89% higher than St Day’s (54.0). Pool and Illogan (120.2) has an 18% higher rate than Redruth, likely due to differences in population density and local economic conditions.

For Redruth’s rising vehicle crime rate (1.9 per 1,000, 59% below UK average), scOS’s DVLA vehicle registration verification can flag stolen or cloned plates at the property perimeter. Its proactive boundary detection helps deter intruders, particularly relevant for areas with 16% of crimes occurring at night. Behavioural pattern learning reduces false alarms, crucial for communities with high anti-social behaviour (21.4 per 1,000).