Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SO16 · Southampton
367
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SO23 · Hampshire
251
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Winchester has less crime — 251 vs 367 incidents in April 2026.
Southampton saw somewhat more crime than Winchester in April 2026 (367 vs 251 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Southampton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (56) and Criminal damage & arson (36), while Winchester has more Shoplifting (39) and Drugs (30). 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, Winchester recorded fewer crimes than Southampton — 251 vs 367 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Southampton is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Southampton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Winchester had more Shoplifting and Drugs. Overall, Winchester recorded fewer total crimes (251 vs 367).