Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SO14 · Southampton
984
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
SO16 · Southampton
314
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Southampton has less crime — 314 vs 984 incidents in February 2026.
Southampton recorded substantially more crime than Southampton in February 2026 — 984 incidents compared to 314, a 3.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Southampton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (142), while Southampton has more Public order (32). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Southampton recorded fewer crimes than Southampton — 314 vs 984 incidents. That is 68% fewer crimes. Southampton is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Southampton saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Southampton had more Public order. Overall, Southampton recorded fewer total crimes (314 vs 984).