Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO19 · West Sussex
402
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
PO3 · Portsmouth
342
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Portsmouth has less crime — 342 vs 402 incidents in February 2026.
Chichester saw somewhat more crime than Portsmouth in February 2026 (402 vs 342 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Chichester sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (107), while Portsmouth has more Public order (30). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Portsmouth recorded fewer crimes than Chichester — 342 vs 402 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Chichester is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Chichester saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Portsmouth had more Public order. Overall, Portsmouth recorded fewer total crimes (342 vs 402).