Crime Rate in Central Southsea: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Central Southsea

The total recorded crimes in Central Southsea, Portsmouth, UK in March 2025 are around 135 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Central Southsea crime rate of 1.20 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 Central Southsea, encompassing approximately 112,048 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (44) incidents (-6.38% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (22) incidents (22.22% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (1500.00% increase)
Central Southsea Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 15
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 9
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 8

How safe is Central Southsea?

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

  • Relative to Portsmouth:

    • In 2024, Central Southsea demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Portsmouth average, with 1561 crimes compared to 2119.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Central Southsea recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 13 other cities.

    • In 2023, Central Southsea had fewer crimes than the Portsmouth average, with 1,562 crimes compared to 2,060. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Central Southsea recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 13 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Central Southsea Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Central Southsea has recorded 135 crimes with crime rate of 1.20 ranking 6th out of 13 in the Portsmouth, UK

In 2024, the total Central Southsea crimes were 1,561. The crime rate of Central Southsea in 2024 was 13.93 (year) or 1.16 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Portsmouth.

In 2023, the total crimes in Central Southsea were around 1,562 crimes with yearly crime rate of 13.94 (year) or 1.16 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Portsmouth.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Portsmouth)CrimesRank (Portsmouth)CrimesRank (Portsmouth)
Charles Dickens490 17,158 17,070 1
St Thomas216 22,733 22,795 2
Nelson176 42,185 52,273 3
Cosham185 32,294 32,218 4
St Jude172 52,283 42,101 5
Fratton127 71,704 61,657 6
Hilsea110 111,519 121,581 7
Paulsgrove122 81,694 71,570 8
Baffins92 121,589 81,527 10
Copnor121 91,553 101,364 11
Milton116 101,530 111,329 12
Eastney and Craneswater80 131,191 131,189 13
Drayton and Farlington52 14677 14603 14

Central Southsea Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (44 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 47 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 42 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (49 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (22 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (47 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (26 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (114 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (38 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (52 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (12 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 19 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242
September 20242
July 20241
June 20246
April 20242

A total of 605 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 50.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 114 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202544
February 202547
January 202550
December 202442
November 202440
October 202449
September 202443
August 202447
July 202439
June 2024114
May 202452
April 202438

A total of 59 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.36 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 20255
December 20248
October 20244
September 20244
August 20244
July 20248
June 20248
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 132 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20257
January 20259
December 20249
November 20246
October 20245
September 202412
August 202415
July 202417
June 202424
May 202410
April 20246

A total of 115 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 20251
January 20256
December 20248
November 20249
October 202414
September 20246
August 20248
July 202415
June 202416
May 202410
April 20246

A total of 92 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202513
January 20256
December 20243
November 20245
October 20246
September 20245
August 202412
July 20248
June 202410
May 20249
April 20246

A total of 10 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 242 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202522
February 202518
January 202513
December 202419
November 202424
October 202415
September 202422
August 202426
July 202426
June 202438
May 20249
April 202410

A total of 97 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.08 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20257
January 20258
December 20248
November 202413
October 20247
September 20247
August 202411
July 20244
June 20248
May 20244
April 202412

A total of 112 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20258
January 202513
December 202410
November 20248
October 20248
September 20245
August 20248
July 20248
June 202416
May 202412
April 20249

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
December 20245
November 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 13 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
December 20243
November 20242
August 20243
July 20241

A total of 54 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
January 20254
December 20244
November 20244
October 20245
September 20246
August 20245
July 20244
June 202410
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 10 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
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Central Southsea in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total15
Shoplifting11
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
Drugs1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting6
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
4. B2154 (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Vehicle crime2
Public order1
5. Outram Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
6. Albert Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
7. Heidelberg Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Shanklin Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
9. Heyward Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
10. Brompton Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Drugs1

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