Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH25 · Hampshire
91
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DT5 · Dorset
58
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Portland has less crime — 58 vs 91 incidents in April 2026.
New Milton recorded notably higher crime than Portland in April 2026 — 91 vs 58 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: New Milton sees higher rates of Public order (13) and Criminal damage & arson (11), while Portland has more Anti-social behaviour (6) and Shoplifting (4). 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, Portland recorded fewer crimes than New Milton — 58 vs 91 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes. Portland is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, New Milton saw higher rates of Public order and Criminal damage & arson while Portland had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Portland recorded fewer total crimes (58 vs 91).