Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DT1 · Dorset
105
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
BH25 · Hampshire
95
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
New Milton has less crime — 95 vs 105 incidents in February 2026.
Dorchester and New Milton recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 105 and 95 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dorchester sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (28) and Shoplifting (9), while New Milton has more Public order (13) and Other theft (8). 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 Dorchester — 95 vs 105 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes. New Milton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dorchester saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while New Milton had more Public order and Other theft. Overall, New Milton recorded fewer total crimes (95 vs 105).