Crime in St Jude: statistics, rates and trends
1,976 crimes were recorded in St Jude in the 12 months to July 2026, 164.4 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before.
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1,976 crimes were recorded in St Jude in the 12 months to July 2026, 164.4 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 700 reports (35% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, St Jude has the 337th highest crime rate.
| Measure | St Jude | Portsmouth | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,976 | 26,665 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 164.4 | 124.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -5% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 12,020 | 214,321 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in St Jude was highest in the year to July 2022 (2,591 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (1,906). Over the whole period it fell 13%, 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 | 1,976 | 164.4 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 2,076 | 172.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,935 | 161.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 2,246 | 186.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 2,591 | 215.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,289 | 190.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 2,138 | 177.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,906 | 158.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 2,281 | 189.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 195 |
| June 2026 | 180 |
| May 2026 | 206 |
| April 2026 | 159 |
| March 2026 | 171 |
| February 2026 | 121 |
| January 2026 | 138 |
| December 2025 | 157 |
| November 2025 | 131 |
| October 2025 | 145 |
| September 2025 | 143 |
| August 2025 | 230 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in St Jude 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 violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, shoplifting.
The largest increases were in bicycle theft (+91%) and anti-social behaviour (+46%). The largest falls were in public order (-34%) and possession of weapons (-25%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 700 | 58.2 | 1.70 | -13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 303 | 25.2 | 1.64 | +46% |
| Shoplifting | 239 | 19.9 | 2.40 | -4% |
| Public order | 130 | 10.8 | 1.63 | -34% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 122 | 10.1 | 1.50 | -7% |
| Other theft | 110 | 9.2 | 1.43 | -13% |
| Drugs | 104 | 8.7 | 2.65 | +5% |
| Vehicle crime | 73 | 6.1 | 1.23 | -14% |
| Burglary | 45 | 3.7 | 1.06 | -13% |
| Robbery | 43 | 3.6 | 2.65 | +139% |
| Bicycle theft | 42 | 3.5 | 4.25 | +91% |
| Other crime | 29 | 2.4 | 1.14 | -9% |
| Possession of weapons | 24 | 2.0 | 2.06 | -25% |
| Theft from the person | 12 | 1.0 | 0.59 | -37% |
Violence and sexual offences in St Jude
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. St Jude recorded 700 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (58.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 35.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in St Jude
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. St Jude recorded 303 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (25.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 46% on the year before. It made up 15.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in St Jude
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. St Jude recorded 239 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (19.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 12.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in St Jude
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. St Jude recorded 130 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 34% on the year before. It made up 6.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in St Jude
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. St Jude recorded 122 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in St Jude
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. St Jude recorded 110 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in St Jude
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. St Jude recorded 104 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in St Jude
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. St Jude recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in St Jude
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. St Jude recorded 45 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in St Jude
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. St Jude recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 139% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in St Jude
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. St Jude recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 91% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in St Jude
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. St Jude recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in St Jude
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. St Jude recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in St Jude
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. St Jude recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 37% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to St Jude, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to St Jude.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs St Jude |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas | 2,442 | 160.3 | -2% |
| Central Southsea | 1,640 | 100.4 | -39% |
| Eastney and Craneswater | 1,139 | 90.6 | -45% |
| Charles Dickens | 6,001 | 253.7 | +54% |
| Milton | 1,369 | 93.4 | -43% |
| Fratton | 1,500 | 91.9 | -44% |
| Baffins | 1,282 | 82.3 | -50% |
| Nelson | 2,264 | 141.1 | -14% |
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 St Jude over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Richmond Place | 133 |
| On or near Palmerston Road | 125 |
| On or near Supermarket | 102 |
| On or near Theatre/Concert Hall | 87 |
| On or near Stafford Road | 84 |
| On or near Parking Area | 79 |
| On or near Clarence Parade | 73 |
| On or near Ashby Place | 69 |
| On or near Tonbridge Street | 64 |
| On or near Beach Road | 63 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in St Jude 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 | 606 | 30.7% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 573 | 29.0% |
| Not recorded | 303 | 15.3% |
| Under investigation | 194 | 9.8% |
| Local resolution | 102 | 5.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 72 | 3.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 35 | 1.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 29 | 1.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 19 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 17 | 0.9% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 17 | 0.9% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 9 | 0.5% |
St Jude has an estimated population of 12,020. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in St Jude sits in decile 4.3, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | St Jude |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 11.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 72.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 43.2% |
| Social rented homes | 7.7% |
| Private rented homes | 49.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.3 |
Is St Jude a safe place to live?
St Jude recorded 164.4 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher 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 St Jude?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 700 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (303).
Is crime in St Jude going up or down?
Recorded crime in St Jude was down 5% on the year before: 1,976 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 2,076 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers St Jude?
St Jude 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 St Jude. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.