Gosport vs Hampshire — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Gosport

PO13 · Hampshire

131

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences61
  • Anti-social behaviour22
  • Public order15

Hampshire

PO15 · Hampshire

39

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Other theft9
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Hampshire has less crime — 39 vs 131 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Gosport recorded substantially more crime than Hampshire in April 2026 — 131 incidents compared to 39, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Gosport sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (22) and Public order (15), while Hampshire has more Other theft (9) and Criminal damage & arson (5). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Gosport or Hampshire safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hampshire recorded fewer crimes than Gosport — 39 vs 131 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Hampshire is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Gosport and Hampshire?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Gosport saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Hampshire had more Other theft and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hampshire recorded fewer total crimes (39 vs 131).

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