Havant vs South Hayling — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Havant

PO9 · Hampshire

398

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

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

South Hayling

PO11 · Hampshire

68

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences24
  • Public order10
  • Criminal damage & arson9

South Hayling has less crime — 68 vs 398 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Havant recorded substantially more crime than South Hayling in April 2026 — 398 incidents compared to 68, a 5.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Havant sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (58) and Shoplifting (38), while South Hayling has more Public order (10) and Criminal damage & arson (9). Havant sits above the national average for recorded crime while South Hayling is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Havant or South Hayling safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, South Hayling recorded fewer crimes than Havant — 68 vs 398 incidents. That is 83% fewer crimes. South Hayling is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Havant and South Hayling?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Havant saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while South Hayling had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, South Hayling recorded fewer total crimes (68 vs 398).

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