Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH24 · Hampshire
71
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH16 · Dorset
25
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Upton has less crime — 25 vs 71 incidents in February 2026.
Ringwood recorded substantially more crime than Upton in February 2026 — 71 incidents compared to 25, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ringwood sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (8), while Upton has more Vehicle crime (3). 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, Upton recorded fewer crimes than Ringwood — 25 vs 71 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. Upton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ringwood saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Upton had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Upton recorded fewer total crimes (25 vs 71).