Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU34 · Hampshire
42
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
GU10 · Surrey
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Farnham has less crime — 38 vs 42 incidents in February 2026.
Alton and Farnham recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 42 and 38 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (8) and Drugs (4), while Farnham has more Shoplifting (5) and Other theft (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Farnham recorded fewer crimes than Alton — 38 vs 42 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes. Farnham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Alton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Drugs while Farnham had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Farnham recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 42).