Crime in Baffins: statistics, rates and trends
1,282 crimes were recorded in Baffins in the 12 months to July 2026, 82.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before.
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1,282 crimes were recorded in Baffins in the 12 months to July 2026, 82.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 635 reports (50% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Baffins has the 1,768th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Baffins | Portsmouth | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,282 | 26,665 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 82.3 | 124.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -7% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 15,586 | 214,321 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Baffins was highest in the year to July 2023 (1,705 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (1,282). Over the whole period it fell 23%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 1,282 | 82.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,378 | 88.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,413 | 90.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,705 | 109.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,691 | 108.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,557 | 99.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,507 | 96.7 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,342 | 86.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,671 | 107.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 102 |
| June 2026 | 82 |
| May 2026 | 121 |
| April 2026 | 93 |
| March 2026 | 128 |
| February 2026 | 110 |
| January 2026 | 90 |
| December 2025 | 100 |
| November 2025 | 120 |
| October 2025 | 108 |
| September 2025 | 105 |
| August 2025 | 123 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Baffins over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for possession of weapons, bicycle theft.
The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+33%) and violence and sexual offences (+13%). The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-52%) and public order (-38%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 635 | 40.7 | 1.19 | +13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 94 | 6.0 | 0.39 | -52% |
| Vehicle crime | 88 | 5.6 | 1.15 | +33% |
| Shoplifting | 84 | 5.4 | 0.65 | -32% |
| Other theft | 79 | 5.1 | 0.79 | +1% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 73 | 4.7 | 0.69 | -22% |
| Public order | 63 | 4.0 | 0.61 | -38% |
| Drugs | 39 | 2.5 | 0.77 | +8% |
| Burglary | 34 | 2.2 | 0.62 | -11% |
| Other crime | 28 | 1.8 | 0.85 | -10% |
| Possession of weapons | 27 | 1.7 | 1.78 | +50% |
| Bicycle theft | 19 | 1.2 | 1.48 | +6% |
| Theft from the person | 11 | 0.7 | 0.42 | +120% |
| Robbery | 8 | 0.5 | 0.38 | -27% |
Violence and sexual offences in Baffins
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Baffins recorded 635 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (40.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 49.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Baffins
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Baffins recorded 94 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 52% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Baffins
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Baffins recorded 88 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Baffins
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Baffins recorded 84 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 6.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Baffins
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Baffins recorded 79 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Baffins
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Baffins recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Baffins
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Baffins recorded 63 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Baffins
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Baffins recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Baffins
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Baffins recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Baffins
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Baffins recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Baffins
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Baffins recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Baffins
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Baffins recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Baffins
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Baffins recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 120% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Baffins
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Baffins recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Baffins, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Baffins.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Baffins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fratton | 1,500 | 91.9 | +12% |
| Copnor | 1,487 | 110.4 | +34% |
| Milton | 1,369 | 93.4 | +14% |
| Central Southsea | 1,640 | 100.4 | +22% |
| Nelson | 2,264 | 141.1 | +71% |
| Charles Dickens | 6,001 | 253.7 | +208% |
| Hilsea | 1,317 | 90.8 | +10% |
| Eastney and Craneswater | 1,139 | 90.6 | +10% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Baffins over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Warblington Place | 150 |
| On or near Sword Sands Road | 61 |
| On or near Supermarket | 60 |
| On or near Ebery Grove | 54 |
| On or near Bowler Court | 51 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 40 |
| On or near Lacey Road | 35 |
| On or near James Road | 32 |
| On or near Priorsdean Avenue | 31 |
| On or near Mariners Walk | 31 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Baffins over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 477 | 37.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 373 | 29.1% |
| Not recorded | 94 | 7.3% |
| Under investigation | 80 | 6.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 75 | 5.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 60 | 4.7% |
| Local resolution | 42 | 3.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 36 | 2.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 19 | 1.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 9 | 0.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 9 | 0.7% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 5 | 0.4% |
Baffins has an estimated population of 15,586. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Baffins sits in decile 5.3, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Baffins |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 64.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 72.3% |
| Social rented homes | 11.2% |
| Private rented homes | 16.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.3 |
Is Baffins a safe place to live?
Baffins recorded 82.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Baffins?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 635 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (94).
Is crime in Baffins going up or down?
Recorded crime in Baffins was down 7% on the year before: 1,282 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,378 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Baffins?
Baffins is policed by Hampshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Baffins. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.