Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO3 · Portsmouth
350
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
PO7 · Hampshire
141
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Southwick has less crime — 141 vs 350 incidents in February 2026.
Portsmouth recorded notably higher crime than Southwick in February 2026 — 350 vs 141 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Portsmouth sees higher rates of Public order (32), while Southwick has more Anti-social behaviour (23). 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, Southwick recorded fewer crimes than Portsmouth — 141 vs 350 incidents. That is 60% fewer crimes. Portsmouth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Portsmouth saw higher rates of Public order while Southwick had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Southwick recorded fewer total crimes (141 vs 350).