Newport vs Over — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Newport

CB11 · Essex

7

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Drugs1
  • Other theft1

Over

CB24 · Cambridgeshire

12

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Criminal damage & arson2

Newport has less crime — 7 vs 12 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Over recorded notably higher crime than Newport in February 2026 — 12 vs 7 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport sees higher rates of Drugs (1) and Other theft (1), while Over has more Anti-social behaviour (5) and Criminal damage & arson (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Newport or Over safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Newport recorded fewer crimes than Over — 7 vs 12 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Newport is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Newport and Over?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Newport saw higher rates of Drugs and Other theft while Over had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Newport recorded fewer total crimes (7 vs 12).

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