Newport vs Yarmouth — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Newport

PO30 · Isle of Wight

73

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences41
  • Anti-social behaviour10
  • Public order7

Yarmouth

PO41 · Isle of Wight

2

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2

Yarmouth has less crime — 2 vs 73 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Newport recorded substantially more crime than Yarmouth in February 2026 — 73 incidents compared to 2, a 36.5x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Newport records significantly more (41 vs 2 incidents). 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 Yarmouth safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Yarmouth recorded fewer crimes than Newport — 2 vs 73 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Yarmouth is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Newport recorded 41 incidents of this type vs 2 in Yarmouth. Overall, Yarmouth had fewer total crimes (2 vs 73).

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