Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU34 · Hampshire
42
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
GU14 · Hampshire
169
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Alton has less crime — 42 vs 169 incidents in February 2026.
Farnborough recorded substantially more crime than Alton in February 2026 — 169 incidents compared to 42, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alton sees higher rates of Drugs (4), while Farnborough has more Shoplifting (19). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Alton recorded fewer crimes than Farnborough — 42 vs 169 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Alton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Alton saw higher rates of Drugs while Farnborough had more Shoplifting. Overall, Alton recorded fewer total crimes (42 vs 169).