Hampshire
& Isle of Wight
An inspiring place to live and work
Join Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary – Where your career makes a difference
Policing in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight offers a truly unique and rewarding experience. With over two million residents across thriving cities like Portsmouth and Southampton, as well as picturesque rural communities, our region is one of the largest and most diverse policing areas in England and Wales. During the summer months, tourism adds even more vibrancy and challenge to our work.
We’re proud to maintain a strong neighbourhood policing model, with officers and staff deeply embedded in the communities they serve. But our reach goes far beyond the local. As home to the UK’s largest non-metropolitan joint specialist unit, we play a vital role in national events, from royal weddings to international commemorations – ensuring safety for both our residents and visiting dignitaries.
This is a place where your skills, background, and perspective truly matter. The scale and complexity of our work mean we offer career opportunities that go beyond what many other forces can provide. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your policing career to the next level, you’ll find challenge, variety, and purpose here.
We believe that looking after our people is essential to protecting the public. That’s why we invest in your wellbeing, development, and future , because when you thrive, so do the communities we serve.
Hampshire & Isle of Wight
an inspiring place to live and work
Located on the south coast, with excellent transport links up and down the country, Hampshire is one of the best places to live and work, offering the perfect blend of rural and city living with so many activities, events and places to go.
Hampshire offers fascinating history and culture, boasting some of the best urban cities in the south of England, including Winchester, Southampton and Portsmouth. Associated with writers such as Jane Austen and historical figures such as Henry VIII, Hampshire is packed with heritage sites, from the classic and iconic Winchester Cathedral to the modern naval history at the Mary Rose Museum. If you prefer more contemporary entertainment, Hampshire offers a wide range, including festivals, theatrical performances and outdoor events.
Close by you’ll find miles of lovely coastline, with beaches, nature reserves and attractive seaside towns.
World famous visitor attractions
Hampshire has several world-famous visitor attractions. These include the New Forest’s Exbury Gardens, Beaulieu National Motor Museum and Paultons Park. It’s also the home of Peppa Pig World and Portsmouth’s Historic Dockyard.
Whether it’s a day at a theme park or a stroll along the decks of Admiral Lord Nelson’s HMS Victory, the diversity of Hampshire’s visitor attractions make it a truly unique place to live.
Hampshire’s beautiful countryside provides and ideal backdrop for outdoor activities. Whether you want magnificent views, a country park, somewhere to walk the dog or simply go for a gentle stroll, you’ll find miles of idyllic countryside. There is the New Forest National Park in the west, with its famous New Forest ponies and Highland cattle. In the the east you’ll find the South Downs National Park. While several country parks, such as Royal Victoria Country Park at Netley offer stunning views of the coast.
There’s no shortage of great places to eat, seek out a country tea room selling tempting homemade cakes. You could also try a traditional pub offering a welcoming log fire and a typical Hampshire atmosphere.