Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO31 · Isle of Wight
58
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PO36 · Isle of Wight
126
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Cowes has less crime — 58 vs 126 incidents in February 2026.
Sandown recorded notably higher crime than Cowes in February 2026 — 126 vs 58 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cowes sees higher rates of Public order (8), while Sandown has more Criminal damage & arson (12). 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, Cowes recorded fewer crimes than Sandown — 58 vs 126 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Cowes 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 Sandown had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cowes recorded fewer total crimes (58 vs 126).