Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH25 · Hampshire
91
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BH31 · Dorset
37
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Verwood has less crime — 37 vs 91 incidents in April 2026.
New Milton recorded notably higher crime than Verwood in April 2026 — 91 vs 37 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: New Milton sees higher rates of Public order (13) and Criminal damage & arson (11), while Verwood has more Anti-social behaviour (9) and Shoplifting (6). 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, Verwood recorded fewer crimes than New Milton — 37 vs 91 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Verwood 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 Verwood had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Verwood recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 91).