Ferndown vs Guildford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ferndown

BH22 · Dorset

64

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour21
  • Violence & sexual offences20
  • Other theft5

Guildford

GU4 · Surrey

56

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences22
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Other theft7

Guildford has less crime — 56 vs 64 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ferndown and Guildford recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 64 and 56 incidents respectively. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ferndown or Guildford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Guildford recorded fewer crimes than Ferndown — 56 vs 64 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Guildford is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Ferndown and Guildford?

In April 2026, Ferndown's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (21 incidents) while Guildford's was Violence & sexual offences (22 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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