Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO33 · Isle of Wight
168
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
PO36 · Isle of Wight
126
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Sandown has less crime — 126 vs 168 incidents in February 2026.
Newport saw somewhat more crime than Sandown in February 2026 (168 vs 126 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport sees higher rates of Public order (17) and Anti-social behaviour (16), while Sandown has more Shoplifting (35) and Criminal damage & arson (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Sandown recorded fewer crimes than Newport — 126 vs 168 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Newport saw higher rates of Public order and Anti-social behaviour while Sandown had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Sandown recorded fewer total crimes (126 vs 168).