Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU9 · Surrey
72
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH24 · Hampshire
71
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ringwood has less crime — 71 vs 72 incidents in February 2026.
Farnham and Ringwood recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 72 and 71 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Farnham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9), while Ringwood has more Criminal damage & arson (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, Ringwood recorded fewer crimes than Farnham — 71 vs 72 incidents. That is 1% fewer crimes. Ringwood is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Farnham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Ringwood had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Ringwood recorded fewer total crimes (71 vs 72).