Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH25 · Hampshire
95
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
GU21 · Surrey
163
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
New Milton has less crime — 95 vs 163 incidents in February 2026.
Woking recorded notably higher crime than New Milton in February 2026 — 163 vs 95 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: New Milton sees higher rates of Public order (13) and Other theft (8), while Woking has more Shoplifting (32) and Anti-social behaviour (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, New Milton recorded fewer crimes than Woking — 95 vs 163 incidents. That is 42% 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 Woking had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, New Milton recorded fewer total crimes (95 vs 163).