Crime in Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow: statistics, rates and trends
308 crimes were recorded in Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow in the 12 months to August 2026, 38.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and down 9% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow at a glance
- Crime trends in Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow
- Types of crime in Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow
- Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow
- What happened after crimes were reported in Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow
- Demographics of Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow
- Questions about crime in Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (165), other theft (33) and criminal damage and arson (31) made up 74% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 3,502nd of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lowest quarter.
| Measure | Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow | Cornwall | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 308 | 41,480 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 38.2 | 71.1 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -9% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 8,056 | 583,289 | 58,127,638 |
Recorded crime in Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow peaked in the year to August 2025 (337 crimes) and was lowest in the year to August 2022 (203). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it rose 20%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 308 | 38.2 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 337 | 41.8 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 318 | 39.5 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2022 | 203 | 25.2 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 264 | 32.8 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 217 | 26.9 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 247 | 30.7 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 256 | 31.8 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 30 |
| July 2026 | 30 |
| June 2026 | 27 |
| May 2026 | 22 |
| April 2026 | 19 |
| March 2026 | 23 |
| February 2026 | 20 |
| January 2026 | 33 |
| December 2025 | 27 |
| November 2025 | 29 |
| October 2025 | 25 |
| September 2025 | 23 |
No category with at least 20 crimes was notably above the England and Wales rate, and anti-social behaviour (82% below) and public order (61% below) were well below it. On the year before, criminal damage and arson fell from 45 to 31 and anti-social behaviour fell from 28 to 22.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 165 | 20.5 | 34.2 | -3% |
| Other theft | 33 | 4.1 | 6.4 | -3% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 31 | 3.8 | 6.7 | -31% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 22 | 2.7 | 15.4 | -21% |
| Public order | 21 | 2.6 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Burglary | 13 | 1.6 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Other crime | 7 | 0.9 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Shoplifting | 4 | 0.5 | 8.5 | n/a |
| Vehicle crime | 4 | 0.5 | 5.0 | n/a |
| Drugs | 3 | 0.4 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.4 | 1.0 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.2 | 1.7 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
4 of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods have a higher crime rate than Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow; the highest is Launceston South (91.5 per 1,000) and the lowest Lynher (28.9).
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bude | 475 | 89.8 | +135% |
| Poundstock | 172 | 33.1 | -13% |
| Camelford & Boscastle | 382 | 47.4 | +24% |
| Launceston North & North Petherwin | 385 | 65.8 | +72% |
| Launceston South | 662 | 91.5 | +139% |
| St Teath & Tintagel | 173 | 36.6 | -4% |
| Altarnun & Stoke Climsland | 246 | 34.3 | -10% |
| Lynher | 125 | 28.9 | -25% |
The 10 locations below account for 46% of the crime recorded in Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Parking Area” (34).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 34 |
| On or near A39 | 21 |
| On or near Stone Hill | 14 |
| On or near Berkeley Close | 13 |
| On or near New Road | 13 |
| On or near Pintail Close | 12 |
| On or near Woodville Road | 10 |
| On or near Woodfield Road | 9 |
| On or near Penstowe Road | 8 |
| On or near Sea View Close | 8 |
Of the 286 crimes in Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow with a recorded outcome, 28% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 1.0% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 22 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 129 | 45.1% | 34.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 80 | 28.0% | 35.3% |
| Under investigation | 43 | 15.0% | 11.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 15 | 5.2% | 4.7% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 8 | 2.8% | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 1.4% | 0.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 3 | 1.0% | 5.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Local resolution | 2 | 0.7% | 3.1% |
Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow has an estimated population of 8,056 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has less social housing (7.6%, against 17.1%), more retired residents (34%, against 22%) and an older population (28%, against 19%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow average decile 4.7 (1 = most deprived), close to the middle.
| Measure | Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.3% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 28.4% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 50.5% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 33.5% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 4.1% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 28.5% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 16.3% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 11.9% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 72.8% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 7.6% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 19.5% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.7 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow a safe place to live?
Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow recorded 38.2 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 3,502nd of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest).
What is the most common crime in Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 165 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by other theft (33).
Is crime in Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow going up or down?
Recorded crime in Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow was down 9% on the year before: 308 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 337 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow?
About 8,056 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 28% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow?
Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow is policed by Devon & Cornwall.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.