Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH21 · Dorset
20
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
GU31 · Hampshire
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Petersfield has less crime — 11 vs 20 incidents in April 2026.
Colehill recorded notably higher crime than Petersfield in April 2026 — 20 vs 11 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Colehill sees higher rates of Shoplifting (3) and Drugs (2), while Petersfield has more Public order (2) and Criminal damage & arson (2). 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, Petersfield recorded fewer crimes than Colehill — 11 vs 20 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Petersfield is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Colehill saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Drugs while Petersfield had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Petersfield recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 20).