Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DT7 · Dorset
20
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BH25 · Hampshire
91
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Lyme Regis has less crime — 20 vs 91 incidents in April 2026.
New Milton recorded substantially more crime than Lyme Regis in April 2026 — 91 incidents compared to 20, a 4.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lyme Regis sees higher rates of Burglary (4) and Other theft (3), 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, Lyme Regis recorded fewer crimes than New Milton — 20 vs 91 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Lyme Regis is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Lyme Regis saw higher rates of Burglary and Other theft while New Milton had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Lyme Regis recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 91).