Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU11 · Hampshire
257
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CR4 · Greater London
434
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Aldershot has less crime — 257 vs 434 incidents in April 2026.
Merton recorded notably higher crime than Aldershot in April 2026 — 434 vs 257 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aldershot sees higher rates of Shoplifting (36), while Merton has more Criminal damage & arson (37). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Aldershot recorded fewer crimes than Merton — 257 vs 434 incidents. That is 41% fewer crimes. Merton is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Aldershot saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Merton had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Aldershot recorded fewer total crimes (257 vs 434).