Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO10 · West Sussex
55
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
PO11 · Hampshire
68
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Hermitage has less crime — 55 vs 68 incidents in April 2026.
South Hayling saw somewhat more crime than Hermitage in April 2026 (68 vs 55 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hermitage sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (14) and Other theft (7), while South Hayling has more Public order (10) and Criminal damage & arson (9). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hermitage recorded fewer crimes than South Hayling — 55 vs 68 incidents. That is 19% fewer crimes. Hermitage is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hermitage saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while South Hayling had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hermitage recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 68).