Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO12 · Hampshire
255
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
PO2 · Portsmouth
525
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Gosport has less crime — 255 vs 525 incidents in April 2026.
Portsmouth recorded notably higher crime than Gosport in April 2026 — 525 vs 255 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Gosport sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (38) and Other theft (23), while Portsmouth has more Shoplifting (81) and Vehicle crime (49). 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 April 2026 Police data, Gosport recorded fewer crimes than Portsmouth — 255 vs 525 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Portsmouth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Gosport saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while Portsmouth had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Gosport recorded fewer total crimes (255 vs 525).