Portsmouth

Is Portsmouth PO1 safe?

Covering wards: Fratton, Nelson, St Thomas, Charles Dickens

Thinking about moving to Portsmouth PO1? Police recorded 883 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — PO1 area

Official UK Police data

883 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Violence & sexual offences 340
Shoplifting 88
Anti-social behaviour 86
Above the national average

This is a snapshot. The full report includes 24 months of trend data, outcome analysis, year-over-year comparison, and in-depth safety insights.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Portsmouth PO1 safe to live in?

Portsmouth PO1 recorded 883 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 340 incidents. This is above the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in Portsmouth PO1?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Portsmouth PO1 were: Violence & sexual offences (340), Shoplifting (88), and Anti-social behaviour (86). These accounted for 58% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Portsmouth PO1 compare to the national average?

Portsmouth PO1 is above the national average for total recorded crime. Areas with higher crime rates aren't necessarily unsafe — much depends on crime type and context. Our full report breaks this down in detail.

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