Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO30 · Isle of Wight
73
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PO36 · Isle of Wight
126
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Newport has less crime — 73 vs 126 incidents in February 2026.
Sandown recorded notably higher crime than Newport in February 2026 — 126 vs 73 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (10) and Public order (7), while Sandown has more Shoplifting (35) and 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, Newport recorded fewer crimes than Sandown — 73 vs 126 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Newport is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Newport saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Sandown had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Newport recorded fewer total crimes (73 vs 126).