Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU17 · Hampshire
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
GU8 · Surrey
12
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Witley has less crime — 12 vs 41 incidents in February 2026.
Blackwater and Hawley recorded substantially more crime than Witley in February 2026 — 41 incidents compared to 12, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blackwater and Hawley sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (7), while Witley has more Public order (2). 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, Witley recorded fewer crimes than Blackwater and Hawley — 12 vs 41 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Witley 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 Anti-social behaviour while Witley had more Public order. Overall, Witley recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 41).