Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU7 · Surrey
74
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
GU2 · Surrey
412
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Godalming has less crime — 74 vs 412 incidents in February 2026.
Guildford recorded substantially more crime than Godalming in February 2026 — 412 incidents compared to 74, a 5.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Godalming sees higher rates of Shoplifting (12) and Other crime (7), while Guildford has more Public order (42) and Anti-social behaviour (41). Godalming is below the national average while Guildford is above, making Godalming the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Godalming recorded fewer crimes than Guildford — 74 vs 412 incidents. That is 82% fewer crimes. Godalming is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Godalming saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other crime while Guildford had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Godalming recorded fewer total crimes (74 vs 412).