Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU4 · Surrey
56
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BH25 · Hampshire
91
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Guildford has less crime — 56 vs 91 incidents in April 2026.
New Milton recorded notably higher crime than Guildford in April 2026 — 91 vs 56 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Guildford sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (14) and Other theft (7), while New Milton has more Public order (13) and Criminal damage & arson (11). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Guildford recorded fewer crimes than New Milton — 56 vs 91 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Guildford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Guildford saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while New Milton had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Guildford recorded fewer total crimes (56 vs 91).