Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DT7 · Dorset
17
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH25 · Hampshire
94
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Lyme Regis has less crime — 17 vs 94 incidents in February 2026.
New Milton recorded substantially more crime than Lyme Regis in February 2026 — 94 incidents compared to 17, a 5.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lyme Regis sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (3) and Criminal damage & arson (3), while New Milton has more Public order (13) and Other theft (8). 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, Lyme Regis recorded fewer crimes than New Milton — 17 vs 94 incidents. That is 82% fewer crimes. Lyme Regis is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Lyme Regis saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while New Milton had more Public order and Other theft. Overall, Lyme Regis recorded fewer total crimes (17 vs 94).