Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH25 · Hampshire
95
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DT3 · Dorset
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Weymouth has less crime — 38 vs 95 incidents in February 2026.
New Milton recorded substantially more crime than Weymouth in February 2026 — 95 incidents compared to 38, a 2.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: New Milton sees higher rates of Public order (13) and Other theft (8), while Weymouth has more Anti-social behaviour (12) and Shoplifting (5). 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, Weymouth recorded fewer crimes than New Milton — 38 vs 95 incidents. That is 60% fewer crimes. Weymouth is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, New Milton saw higher rates of Public order and Other theft while Weymouth had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Weymouth recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 95).