Blackwater and Hawley vs Ringwood — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Blackwater and Hawley

GU17 · Hampshire

41

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Ringwood

BH24 · Hampshire

71

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences26
  • Anti-social behaviour11
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Blackwater and Hawley has less crime — 41 vs 71 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ringwood recorded notably higher crime than Blackwater and Hawley in February 2026 — 71 vs 41 incidents. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blackwater and Hawley or Ringwood safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Blackwater and Hawley recorded fewer crimes than Ringwood — 41 vs 71 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Blackwater and Hawley is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Blackwater and Hawley and Ringwood?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Blackwater and Hawley recorded 19 incidents of this type vs 26 in Ringwood. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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