Gosport vs Havant — 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

Havant

PO9 · Hampshire

398

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences160
  • Anti-social behaviour58
  • Shoplifting38

Gosport has less crime — 131 vs 398 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Havant recorded substantially more crime than Gosport in April 2026 — 398 incidents compared to 131, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Gosport sees higher rates of Public order (15), while Havant has more Shoplifting (38). 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 Havant safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Gosport recorded fewer crimes than Havant — 131 vs 398 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Havant is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Gosport saw higher rates of Public order while Havant had more Shoplifting. Overall, Gosport recorded fewer total crimes (131 vs 398).

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