Alton vs Woking — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Alton

GU34 · Hampshire

43

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Other theft5

Woking

GU21 · Surrey

183

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences58
  • Anti-social behaviour40
  • Shoplifting23

Alton has less crime — 43 vs 183 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Woking recorded substantially more crime than Alton in April 2026 — 183 incidents compared to 43, a 4.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alton sees higher rates of Other theft (5), while Woking has more Shoplifting (23). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Alton or Woking safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Alton recorded fewer crimes than Woking — 43 vs 183 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Alton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Alton and Woking?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Alton saw higher rates of Other theft while Woking had more Shoplifting. Overall, Alton recorded fewer total crimes (43 vs 183).

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