Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH21 · Dorset
40
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH25 · Hampshire
95
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Colehill has less crime — 40 vs 95 incidents in February 2026.
New Milton recorded notably higher crime than Colehill in February 2026 — 95 vs 40 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Colehill sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9) and Shoplifting (7), while New Milton has more Public order (13) and Other theft (8). 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, Colehill recorded fewer crimes than New Milton — 40 vs 95 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Colehill is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Colehill saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while New Milton had more Public order and Other theft. Overall, Colehill recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 95).