Hampshire Constabulary

Is Central Southsea and St Judes Safe?

Crime statistics for Central Southsea and St Judes. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.

Last 12 months: April 2025 – March 2026 4,443 crimes
3 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

4,443 Crimes (last 12 months)
28.1% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑25.5% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 4,443 total crimes recorded in Central Southsea and St Judes

Violent Crime
1,610 36.2%
Shoplifting
556 12.5%
Anti-Social Behaviour
479 10.8%
Public Order
328 7.4%
Other Theft
324 7.3%
Criminal Damage & Arson
255 5.7%
Vehicle Crime
246 5.5%
Drugs
210 4.7%
Burglary
93 2.1%
Robbery
88 2%
Possession of Weapons
74 1.7%
Bicycle Theft
73 1.6%
Other Crime
70 1.6%
Theft from Person
37 0.8%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Central Southsea and St Judes — last 12 months

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Safest Areas Near Central Southsea and St Judes

Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Central Southsea and St Judes by safety score

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Central Southsea and St Judes safe?

Central Southsea and St Judes has a CrimeRadar safety score of 3/100, rated High Crime. A total of 4,443 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 25.5% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Central Southsea and St Judes are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.

How many crimes were recorded in Central Southsea and St Judes in the last 12 months?

4,443 crimes were recorded in Central Southsea and St Judes in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 25.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,539 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,610 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Central Southsea and St Judes?

The most common crime in Central Southsea and St Judes is Violent Crime, with 1,610 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 36.2% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.

Is crime in Central Southsea and St Judes increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Central Southsea and St Judes is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 25.5% — from 3,539 crimes in the previous 12 months to 4,443 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.

What is the safety score for Central Southsea and St Judes?

Central Southsea and St Judes has a safety score of 3 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Central Southsea and St Judes compare to the Hampshire Constabulary average?

Central Southsea and St Judes has a safety score of 3/100, while the Hampshire Constabulary force area average is 18/100. Central Southsea and St Judes is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Central Southsea and St Judes?

28.1% of crimes recorded in Central Southsea and St Judes resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Hampshire Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.

How much violent crime is there in Central Southsea and St Judes?

1,610 violent crimes were recorded in Central Southsea and St Judes in the last 12 months — representing 36.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 479 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.

When was the crime data for Central Southsea and St Judes last updated?

The crime data for Central Southsea and St Judes was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Central Southsea and St Judes with other areas?

You can compare Central Southsea and St Judes with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: March 2026.