Bembridge vs Cowes — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Bembridge

PO35 · Isle of Wight

2

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2

Cowes

PO31 · Isle of Wight

58

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences23
  • Shoplifting10
  • Public order8

Bembridge has less crime — 2 vs 58 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Cowes recorded substantially more crime than Bembridge in February 2026 — 58 incidents compared to 2, a 29.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Cowes records significantly more (23 vs 2 incidents). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bembridge or Cowes safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bembridge recorded fewer crimes than Cowes — 2 vs 58 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Bembridge is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bembridge and Cowes?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Bembridge recorded 2 incidents of this type vs 23 in Cowes. Overall, Bembridge had fewer total crimes (2 vs 58).

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