Crime Rate in Cowes North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cowes North

The total recorded crimes in Cowes North, Isle of Wight, UK in March 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cowes North crime rate of 2.99 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Cowes North, encompassing approximately 8,368 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Cowes North Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Shooters Hill with total crimes: 6
  • Bars Hill with total crimes: 3
  • Carvel Lane with total crimes: 3

How safe is Cowes North?

To understand the safety of Cowes North, we need to analyze Cowes North crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Isle of Wight:

    • In 2024, Cowes North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Isle of Wight average, with 271 crimes compared to 336.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Cowes North experienced a greater number of crimes than the Isle of Wight average, with 323 crimes compared to 318. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Cowes North witnessed more crimes than 28 out of 38 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Isle of Wight, Cowes North has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Cowes North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Cowes North has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 2.99 ranking 15th out of 38 in the Isle of Wight, UK

In 2024, the total Cowes North crimes were 271. The crime rate of Cowes North in 2024 was 32.38 (year) or 2.70 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Isle of Wight.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cowes North were around 323 crimes with yearly crime rate of 38.60 (year) or 3.22 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Isle of Wight.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Isle of Wight)CrimesRank (Isle of Wight)CrimesRank (Isle of Wight)
Newport Central81 11,052 21,101 1
Ryde North West59 31,126 11,008 2
Mountjoy & Shide62 2728 4642 4
Parkhurst & Hunnyhill43 6745 3725 3
Pan & Barton50 4590 6584 5
Sandown South46 5600 5562 6
Sandown North33 8551 7491 7
Ventnor & St Lawrence40 7422 9370 9
East Cowes31 10435 8384 8
Freshwater South33 9381 11368 10
Shanklin Central18 24397 10295 14
Cowes Medina29 11215 23166 31
Ryde Monktonmead27 12299 16313 12
Ryde West27 13369 12295 15
Lake North22 19285 17298 13
Lake South19 23334 13213 24
Newport West17 26327 14244 22
Central Rural26 14188 28194 25
Ryde Appley & Elmfield22 18303 15277 17
Fairlee & Whippingham24 16276 18287 16
Wroxall, Lowtherville & Bonchurch22 17198 27194 26
Shanklin South20 22275 19268 18
Haylands & Swanmore12 32218 22264 19
Ryde South East15 28222 21252 20
Osborne22 20214 25246 21
Nettlestone & Seaview21 21215 24146 33
Brading & St Helens14 30177 30243 23
Totland & Colwell17 25171 31174 30
Wootton Bridge8 38201 26192 27
Freshwater North & Yarmouth16 27163 34150 32
Brighstone, Calbourne & Shalfleet13 31153 35186 28
Carisbrooke & Gunville10 34181 29184 29
Cowes West & Gurnard15 29145 36109 38
Cowes South & Northwood10 35167 32146 34
Bembridge8 36165 33137 36
Chale, Niton & Shorwell11 33119 38141 35
Binstead & Fishbourne5 39134 37134 37
Newchurch, Havenstreet & Ashey8 37107 3992 39

Cowes North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (10 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 125 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.42 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20258
January 20259
December 20249
November 20247
October 20247
September 20247
August 202416
July 202422
June 202412
May 202412
April 20247

A total of 26 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20252
December 20244
November 20242
September 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.73 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 7 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
July 20241
June 20242
April 20243

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 30 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
December 20242
September 20241
August 20246
July 20243
June 202412
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 34 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 202410
October 20248
September 20244
August 20241
July 20242
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 4 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Cowes North in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Cowes North postcode area is presented below.

1. Shooters Hill (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting2
Public order1
2. Bars Hill (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Carvel Lane (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Fountain Quay (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Trinity Church Lane (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Other theft1
6. Park Court (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Terminus Road (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Public order1
8. The Parade (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Church Road (Map)
Total1
Theft from the person1
10. Solent Heights (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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