Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH22 · Dorset
45
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
GU29 · West Sussex
19
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Midhurst has less crime — 19 vs 45 incidents in February 2026.
Ferndown recorded notably higher crime than Midhurst in February 2026 — 45 vs 19 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ferndown sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6), while Midhurst has more Robbery (1). 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, Midhurst recorded fewer crimes than Ferndown — 19 vs 45 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Midhurst is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ferndown saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Midhurst had more Robbery. Overall, Midhurst recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 45).