Crime Rate in Shanklin South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Shanklin South

The total recorded crimes in Shanklin South, Isle of Wight, UK in July 2025 are around 26 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Shanklin South crime rate of 6.76 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 Shanklin South, encompassing approximately 3,847 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (71.43% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
Shanklin South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Prospect Road with total crimes: 5
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 4
  • Cross Street with total crimes: 3

How safe is Shanklin South?

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

  • Relative to Isle of Wight:

    • In 2024, Shanklin South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Isle of Wight average, with 275 crimes compared to 336.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Shanklin South witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 38 other areas in the Isle of Wight.

    • In 2023, Shanklin South had fewer crimes than the Isle of Wight average, with 268 crimes compared to 318. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Shanklin South witnessed more crimes than 21 out of 38 other areas in the Isle of Wight.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Shanklin South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Shanklin South has recorded 26 crimes with crime rate of 6.76 ranking 16th out of 38 in the Isle of Wight, UK

In 2024, the total Shanklin South crimes were 275. The crime rate of Shanklin South in 2024 was 71.47 (year) or 5.96 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Isle of Wight.

In 2023, the total crimes in Shanklin South were around 268 crimes with yearly crime rate of 69.65 (year) or 5.80 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Isle of Wight.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Shanklin South)CrimesRank (Shanklin South)CrimesRank (Shanklin South)
Newport Central92 21,052 21,101 1
Ryde North West96 11,126 11,008 2
Parkhurst & Hunnyhill58 5745 3725 3
Pan & Barton66 3590 6584 5
Mountjoy & Shide63 4728 4642 4
Sandown South46 7600 5562 6
Sandown North52 6551 7491 7
East Cowes44 8435 8384 8
Ventnor & St Lawrence41 9422 9370 9
Freshwater South35 10381 11368 10
Shanklin Central28 12397 10295 14
Cowes North25 17271 20323 11
Fairlee & Whippingham30 11276 18287 16
Ryde Monktonmead23 19299 16313 12
Ryde West24 18369 12295 15
Lake North27 13285 17298 13
Lake South16 29334 13213 24
Newport West26 15327 14244 22
Ryde South East27 14222 21252 20
Ryde Appley & Elmfield22 21303 15277 17
Haylands & Swanmore21 23218 22264 19
Wroxall, Lowtherville & Bonchurch22 20198 27194 26
Osborne19 24214 25246 21
Nettlestone & Seaview22 22215 24146 33
Brading & St Helens18 26177 30243 23
Cowes Medina17 27215 23166 31
Central Rural14 30188 28194 25
Carisbrooke & Gunville19 25181 29184 29
Wootton Bridge12 33201 26192 27
Brighstone, Calbourne & Shalfleet14 32153 35186 28
Freshwater North & Yarmouth17 28163 34150 32
Totland & Colwell14 31171 31174 30
Cowes South & Northwood11 34167 32146 34
Bembridge9 37165 33137 36
Chale, Niton & Shorwell10 35119 38141 35
Cowes West & Gurnard8 38145 36109 38
Newchurch, Havenstreet & Ashey10 36107 3992 39
Binstead & Fishbourne6 39134 37134 37

Shanklin South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20244
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 138 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20257
May 202516
April 202517
March 202514
February 202516
January 20256
December 20247
November 20246
October 202413
September 202410
August 202414

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
February 20251
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 31 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
May 20251
March 20252
February 20254
January 20254
November 20241
October 20244
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 33 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20254
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20244
October 20241
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 21 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20255
February 20252
January 20252
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20252
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251

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

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 1 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

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Shanklin South in July 2025

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

1. Prospect Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Cross Street (Map)
Total3
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. High Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
5. Grange Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Collingwood Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Garfield Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Western Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Supermarket (Map)
Total1
Public order1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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