Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH23 · Dorset
63
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
GU1 · Surrey
439
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Burton has less crime — 63 vs 439 incidents in April 2026.
Guildford recorded substantially more crime than Burton in April 2026 — 439 incidents compared to 63, a 7.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12), while Guildford has more Public order (59). Burton is below the national average while Guildford is above, making Burton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Burton recorded fewer crimes than Guildford — 63 vs 439 incidents. That is 86% fewer crimes. Burton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Burton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Guildford had more Public order. Overall, Burton recorded fewer total crimes (63 vs 439).