Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SO18 · Southampton
269
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
SO22 · Hampshire
201
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Winchester has less crime — 201 vs 269 incidents in February 2026.
Southampton saw somewhat more crime than Winchester in February 2026 (269 vs 201 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Southampton sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (26), while Winchester has more Public order (25). 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 February 2026 Police data, Winchester recorded fewer crimes than Southampton — 201 vs 269 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes. Southampton is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Southampton saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Winchester had more Public order. Overall, Winchester recorded fewer total crimes (201 vs 269).