Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DT9 · Dorset
37
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BH25 · Hampshire
91
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Castleton has less crime — 37 vs 91 incidents in April 2026.
New Milton recorded notably higher crime than Castleton in April 2026 — 91 vs 37 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Castleton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (15), while New Milton has more Public order (13). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Castleton recorded fewer crimes than New Milton — 37 vs 91 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Castleton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Castleton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while New Milton had more Public order. Overall, Castleton recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 91).