Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU29 · West Sussex
19
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH25 · Hampshire
95
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Midhurst has less crime — 19 vs 95 incidents in February 2026.
New Milton recorded substantially more crime than Midhurst in February 2026 — 95 incidents compared to 19, a 5.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Midhurst sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (3) and Robbery (1), 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, Midhurst recorded fewer crimes than New Milton — 19 vs 95 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Midhurst is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Midhurst saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Robbery while New Milton had more Public order and Other theft. Overall, Midhurst recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 95).