Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PO32 · Isle of Wight
55
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PO37 · Isle of Wight
57
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Newport has less crime — 55 vs 57 incidents in February 2026.
Newport and Shanklin recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 55 and 57 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport sees higher rates of Shoplifting (10) and Other crime (5), while Shanklin has more Other theft (7) and Anti-social behaviour (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 Shanklin — 55 vs 57 incidents. That is 4% 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 Shoplifting and Other crime while Shanklin had more Other theft and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Newport recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 57).