Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO31 · Isle of Wight
58
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PO32 · Isle of Wight
55
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Newport has less crime — 55 vs 58 incidents in February 2026.
Cowes and Newport recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 58 and 55 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cowes sees higher rates of Public order (8), while Newport has more Other crime (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Newport recorded fewer crimes than Cowes — 55 vs 58 incidents. That is 5% fewer crimes. Newport is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cowes saw higher rates of Public order while Newport had more Other crime. Overall, Newport recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 58).