Crime Rate in Baffins: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Baffins

The total recorded crimes in Baffins, Portsmouth, UK in July 2025 are around 101 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Baffins crime rate of 1.97 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 Baffins, encompassing approximately 51,207 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (49) incidents (-2.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (-22.22% decrease)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Baffins Crime Hotspots

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

  • Warblington Place with total crimes: 16
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 7
  • Dudley Road with total crimes: 6

How safe is Baffins?

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

  • Relative to Portsmouth:

    • In 2024, Baffins demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Portsmouth average, with 1589 crimes compared to 2119.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Baffins recorded fewer crimes than 7 out of 13 other areas in the Portsmouth.

    • In 2023, Baffins had fewer crimes than the Portsmouth average, with 1,527 crimes compared to 2,060. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Baffins recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 13 other areas in the Portsmouth.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Portsmouth, Baffins has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Baffins Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Baffins has recorded 101 crimes with crime rate of 1.97 ranking 13th out of 13 in the Portsmouth, UK

In 2024, the total Baffins crimes were 1,589. The crime rate of Baffins in 2024 was 31.03 (year) or 2.59 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Portsmouth.

In 2023, the total crimes in Baffins were around 1,527 crimes with yearly crime rate of 29.82 (year) or 2.48 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Portsmouth.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Baffins)CrimesRank (Baffins)CrimesRank (Baffins)
Charles Dickens550 17,158 17,070 1
St Thomas250 22,733 22,795 2
Nelson222 32,185 52,273 3
Cosham212 42,294 32,218 4
St Jude182 52,283 42,101 5
Fratton141 71,704 61,657 6
Milton154 61,530 111,329 12
Hilsea128 91,519 121,581 7
Paulsgrove121 111,694 71,570 8
Central Southsea133 81,561 91,562 9
Copnor124 101,553 101,364 11
Eastney and Craneswater103 121,191 131,189 13
Drayton and Farlington78 14677 14603 14

Baffins 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 49 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (41 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (32 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (42 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 41 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (55 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 50 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (59 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (58 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (49 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (39 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (38 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 94 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.83 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20257
May 20259
April 20253
March 20255
February 20258
January 20259
December 20249
November 20248
October 202414
September 20247
August 202410

A total of 78 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20256
May 20252
April 20257
March 20255
February 20253
January 20257
December 202414
November 202417
October 20245
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 564 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 47.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 59 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202549
June 202550
May 202541
April 202532
March 202542
February 202541
January 202555
December 202450
November 202459
October 202458
September 202449
August 202438

A total of 66 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20255
April 20256
March 20257
February 20255
January 20259
December 20245
November 20245
October 20244
September 20244
August 20248

A total of 195 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 39 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202518
May 202518
April 202518
March 20259
February 202510
January 202519
December 202410
November 202417
October 202414
September 20249
August 202439

A total of 18 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
January 20255
December 20242
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 18 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20252
April 20252
February 20252
January 20252
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 101 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20257
May 20256
April 20256
March 202510
February 20258
January 20259
December 20245
November 202410
October 202411
September 202410
August 202412

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
February 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 38 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20253
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20253
December 20246
November 20244
October 20243
September 20241
August 20248

A total of 123 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 202516
April 202513
March 20258
February 202520
January 20258
December 20246
November 202411
October 20245
September 20246
August 202422

A total of 31 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20255
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 36 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20254
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20247
November 20242
October 20247
September 20245

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
February 20252
January 20251

High Crime Locations Baffins in July 2025

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

1. Warblington Place (Map)
Total16
Violence and sexual offences10
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs1
Other theft1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting4
Burglary1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Dudley Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
Robbery1
4. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Bicycle theft1
Possession of weapons1
5. Lacey Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Cotton Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Bowler Court (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. A288 (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Salterns Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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