Burton vs Cranleigh — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Burton

BH23 · Dorset

98

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour38
  • Violence & sexual offences33
  • Public order5

Cranleigh

GU6 · Surrey

36

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Anti-social behaviour6
  • Public order4

Cranleigh has less crime — 36 vs 98 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Burton recorded substantially more crime than Cranleigh in February 2026 — 98 incidents compared to 36, a 2.7x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Burton or Cranleigh safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Cranleigh recorded fewer crimes than Burton — 36 vs 98 incidents. That is 63% fewer crimes. Cranleigh is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Burton and Cranleigh?

In February 2026, Burton's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (38 incidents) while Cranleigh's was Violence & sexual offences (16 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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