Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU34 · Hampshire
43
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
GU1 · Surrey
439
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Alton has less crime — 43 vs 439 incidents in April 2026.
Guildford recorded substantially more crime than Alton in April 2026 — 439 incidents compared to 43, a 10.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (8) and Other theft (5), while Guildford has more Shoplifting (87) and Public order (59). Alton is below the national average while Guildford is above, making Alton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Alton recorded fewer crimes than Guildford — 43 vs 439 incidents. That is 90% 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 Guildford had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Alton recorded fewer total crimes (43 vs 439).