Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO35 · Isle of Wight
10
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
PO31 · Isle of Wight
98
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Bembridge has less crime — 10 vs 98 incidents in April 2026.
Cowes recorded substantially more crime than Bembridge in April 2026 — 98 incidents compared to 10, a 9.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bembridge sees higher rates of Burglary (2) and Public order (2), while Cowes has more Anti-social behaviour (13) and Shoplifting (11). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bembridge recorded fewer crimes than Cowes — 10 vs 98 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Bembridge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bembridge saw higher rates of Burglary and Public order while Cowes had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Bembridge recorded fewer total crimes (10 vs 98).