Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH25 · Hampshire
95
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DT4 · Dorset
226
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
New Milton has less crime — 95 vs 226 incidents in February 2026.
Weymouth recorded notably higher crime than New Milton in February 2026 — 226 vs 95 incidents. 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 (82) and Criminal damage & arson (20). New Milton is below the national average while Weymouth is above, making New Milton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, New Milton recorded fewer crimes than Weymouth — 95 vs 226 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. New Milton 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 Criminal damage & arson. Overall, New Milton recorded fewer total crimes (95 vs 226).