Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU7 · Surrey
74
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
GU4 · Surrey
54
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Guildford has less crime — 54 vs 74 incidents in February 2026.
Godalming saw somewhat more crime than Guildford in February 2026 (74 vs 54 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Godalming sees higher rates of Shoplifting (12) and Other crime (7), while Guildford has more Public order (9) and Anti-social behaviour (9). 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, Guildford recorded fewer crimes than Godalming — 54 vs 74 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. Guildford 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, Guildford recorded fewer total crimes (54 vs 74).