Crime Rate in Fratton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Fratton

The total recorded crimes in Fratton, Portsmouth, UK in July 2025 are around 141 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Fratton crime rate of 1.46 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 Fratton, encompassing approximately 96,287 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (62) incidents (37.78% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (8.33% increase)
  • Public order: (11) incidents (-26.67% decrease)
Fratton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 13
  • Little George Street with total crimes: 8
  • Woodland Street with total crimes: 8

How safe is Fratton?

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

  • Relative to Portsmouth:

    • In 2024, Fratton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Portsmouth average, with 1704 crimes compared to 2119.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Fratton witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 13 other areas in the Portsmouth.

    • In 2023, Fratton had fewer crimes than the Portsmouth average, with 1,657 crimes compared to 2,060. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Fratton witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 13 other areas in the Portsmouth.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Fratton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Fratton has recorded 141 crimes with crime rate of 1.46 ranking 7th out of 13 in the Portsmouth, UK

In 2024, the total Fratton crimes were 1,704. The crime rate of Fratton in 2024 was 17.70 (year) or 1.47 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Portsmouth.

In 2023, the total crimes in Fratton were around 1,657 crimes with yearly crime rate of 17.21 (year) or 1.43 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Portsmouth.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Fratton)CrimesRank (Fratton)CrimesRank (Fratton)
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
Milton154 61,530 111,329 12
Hilsea128 91,519 121,581 7
Paulsgrove121 111,694 71,570 8
Baffins101 131,589 81,527 10
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

Fratton 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 62 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (45 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (46 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 April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (52 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (43 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 48 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (67 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (54 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (50 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (19 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (49 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 137 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.42 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202515
May 20259
April 20259
March 202512
February 20256
January 202510
December 202410
November 202415
October 202415
September 202410
August 202415

A total of 600 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 50.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 67 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202562
June 202545
May 202546
April 202549
March 202552
February 202535
January 202543
December 202448
November 202467
October 202454
September 202450
August 202449

A total of 143 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.92 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202512
May 202514
April 20258
March 20258
February 20256
January 20257
December 202410
November 202420
October 202415
September 202413
August 202417

A total of 92 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20253
May 202511
April 20258
March 20258
February 20256
January 202512
December 20247
November 20247
October 20247
September 20248
August 20248

A total of 40 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20252
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20254
December 20242
November 20244
October 20246
September 20246
August 20242

A total of 53 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20255
May 20255
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20256
December 20242
November 20243
October 20247
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 136 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202517
May 20253
April 20259
March 202518
February 202511
January 202518
December 20242
November 20247
October 20245
September 202419
August 202417

A total of 91 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.58 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202510
May 20255
April 20255
March 20256
February 20253
January 20259
December 20245
November 20245
October 202420
September 20249
August 20244

A total of 44 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20252
April 20254
March 20253
February 20257
January 20258
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 30 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20245
October 20245
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 89 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 20256
April 202510
March 202511
February 20252
January 202510
December 20243
November 20248
October 20249
September 202415
August 20246

A total of 21 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 13 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
August 20242

High Crime Locations Fratton in July 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total13
Shoplifting9
Burglary2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Little George Street (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences5
Burglary1
Drugs1
Public order1
3. Woodland Street (Map)
Total8
Drugs4
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
4. Belmore Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
5. Selbourne Terrace (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
6. Pink Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
7. Whitworth Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
8. Fratton (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Bicycle theft1
Public order1
9. Winchester Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
10. Proctor Lane (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4

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