Blackwater and Hawley vs Petersfield — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Blackwater and Hawley

GU17 · Hampshire

44

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences18
  • Criminal damage & arson9
  • Public order4

Petersfield

GU31 · Hampshire

11

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Public order2
  • Criminal damage & arson2

Petersfield has less crime — 11 vs 44 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Blackwater and Hawley recorded substantially more crime than Petersfield in April 2026 — 44 incidents compared to 11, a 4.0x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blackwater and Hawley or Petersfield safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Petersfield recorded fewer crimes than Blackwater and Hawley — 11 vs 44 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Petersfield is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Blackwater and Hawley and Petersfield?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Blackwater and Hawley recorded 18 incidents of this type vs 7 in Petersfield. Overall, Petersfield had fewer total crimes (11 vs 44).

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