Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO35 · Isle of Wight
10
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
PO36 · Isle of Wight
150
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Bembridge has less crime — 10 vs 150 incidents in April 2026.
Sandown recorded substantially more crime than Bembridge in April 2026 — 150 incidents compared to 10, a 15.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bembridge sees higher rates of Burglary (2) and Public order (2), while Sandown has more Anti-social behaviour (40) and Shoplifting (27). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bembridge recorded fewer crimes than Sandown — 10 vs 150 incidents. That is 93% 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 Sandown had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Bembridge recorded fewer total crimes (10 vs 150).