Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU17 · Hampshire
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH22 · Dorset
45
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Blackwater and Hawley has less crime — 41 vs 45 incidents in February 2026.
Blackwater and Hawley and Ferndown recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 41 and 45 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blackwater and Hawley sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (5), while Ferndown has more Shoplifting (6). 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, Blackwater and Hawley recorded fewer crimes than Ferndown — 41 vs 45 incidents. That is 9% fewer crimes. Blackwater and Hawley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Blackwater and Hawley saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Ferndown had more Shoplifting. Overall, Blackwater and Hawley recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 45).