Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO21 · West Sussex
166
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
PO3 · Portsmouth
342
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Aldwick has less crime — 166 vs 342 incidents in February 2026.
Portsmouth recorded notably higher crime than Aldwick in February 2026 — 342 vs 166 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aldwick sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (36) and Other theft (14), while Portsmouth has more Shoplifting (58) and Public order (30). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Aldwick recorded fewer crimes than Portsmouth — 166 vs 342 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Portsmouth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Aldwick saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while Portsmouth had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Aldwick recorded fewer total crimes (166 vs 342).