Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU31 · Hampshire
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BH16 · Dorset
24
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Petersfield has less crime — 11 vs 24 incidents in April 2026.
Upton recorded notably higher crime than Petersfield in April 2026 — 24 vs 11 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Petersfield sees higher rates of Public order (2) and Criminal damage & arson (2), while Upton has more Anti-social behaviour (5) and Vehicle crime (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, Petersfield recorded fewer crimes than Upton — 11 vs 24 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Petersfield is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Petersfield saw higher rates of Public order and Criminal damage & arson while Upton had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Petersfield recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 24).