Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO8 · Hampshire
55
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
PO3 · Portsmouth
359
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Horndean has less crime — 55 vs 359 incidents in April 2026.
Portsmouth recorded substantially more crime than Horndean in April 2026 — 359 incidents compared to 55, a 6.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Horndean sees higher rates of Burglary (5) and Public order (5), while Portsmouth has more Shoplifting (63) and Criminal damage & arson (32). Horndean is below the national average while Portsmouth is above, making Horndean the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Horndean recorded fewer crimes than Portsmouth — 55 vs 359 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Horndean is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Horndean saw higher rates of Burglary and Public order while Portsmouth had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Horndean recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 359).