Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO30 · Isle of Wight
92
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
PO36 · Isle of Wight
150
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Newport has less crime — 92 vs 150 incidents in April 2026.
Sandown recorded notably higher crime than Newport in April 2026 — 150 vs 92 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (9), while Sandown has more Shoplifting (27). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Newport recorded fewer crimes than Sandown — 92 vs 150 incidents. That is 39% fewer crimes. Newport is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Newport saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Sandown had more Shoplifting. Overall, Newport recorded fewer total crimes (92 vs 150).