Newport vs Ventnor — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Newport

PO33 · Isle of Wight

156

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences86
  • Public order14
  • Shoplifting11

Ventnor

PO38 · Isle of Wight

3

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3

Ventnor has less crime — 3 vs 156 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Newport recorded substantially more crime than Ventnor in April 2026 — 156 incidents compared to 3, a 52.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Newport records significantly more (86 vs 3 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Newport or Ventnor safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ventnor recorded fewer crimes than Newport — 3 vs 156 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Ventnor is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Newport recorded 86 incidents of this type vs 3 in Ventnor. Overall, Ventnor had fewer total crimes (3 vs 156).

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