Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU34 · Hampshire
43
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
GU17 · Hampshire
44
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Alton has less crime — 43 vs 44 incidents in April 2026.
Alton and Blackwater and Hawley recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 43 and 44 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (8) and Other theft (5), while Blackwater and Hawley has more Criminal damage & arson (9) and Public order (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Alton recorded fewer crimes than Blackwater and Hawley — 43 vs 44 incidents. That is 2% fewer crimes. Alton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Alton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while Blackwater and Hawley had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Alton recorded fewer total crimes (43 vs 44).