Gosport vs Southwick — 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

Southwick

PO7 · Hampshire

162

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences67
  • Shoplifting29
  • Anti-social behaviour21

Gosport has less crime — 131 vs 162 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Southwick saw somewhat more crime than Gosport in April 2026 (162 vs 131 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Gosport sees higher rates of Public order (15), while Southwick has more Shoplifting (29). 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 Southwick safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Gosport recorded fewer crimes than Southwick — 131 vs 162 incidents. That is 19% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Gosport saw higher rates of Public order while Southwick had more Shoplifting. Overall, Gosport recorded fewer total crimes (131 vs 162).

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