Farnborough vs Petersfield — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Farnborough

GU14 · Hampshire

189

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences64
  • Anti-social behaviour22
  • Other theft19

Petersfield

GU31 · Hampshire

11

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Public order2
  • Criminal damage & arson2

Petersfield has less crime — 11 vs 189 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Farnborough recorded substantially more crime than Petersfield in April 2026 — 189 incidents compared to 11, a 17.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Farnborough sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (22) and Other theft (19), while Petersfield has more Public order (2) and Criminal damage & arson (2). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Farnborough or Petersfield safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Petersfield recorded fewer crimes than Farnborough — 11 vs 189 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Petersfield is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Farnborough and Petersfield?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Farnborough saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while Petersfield had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Petersfield recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 189).

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