Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH23 · Dorset
98
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
GU9 · Surrey
72
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Farnham has less crime — 72 vs 98 incidents in February 2026.
Burton saw somewhat more crime than Farnham in February 2026 (98 vs 72 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burton sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Farnham has more Shoplifting (9). 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, Farnham recorded fewer crimes than Burton — 72 vs 98 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. Farnham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Burton saw higher rates of Public order while Farnham had more Shoplifting. Overall, Farnham recorded fewer total crimes (72 vs 98).