Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO3 · Portsmouth
359
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
PO4 · Portsmouth
516
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Portsmouth has less crime — 359 vs 516 incidents in April 2026.
Portsmouth saw somewhat more crime than Portsmouth in April 2026 (516 vs 359 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Portsmouth sees higher rates of Shoplifting (63) and Criminal damage & arson (32), while Portsmouth has more Anti-social behaviour (76) and Other theft (40). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Portsmouth recorded fewer crimes than Portsmouth — 359 vs 516 incidents. That is 30% fewer crimes. Portsmouth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Portsmouth saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Portsmouth had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Portsmouth recorded fewer total crimes (359 vs 516).