Liphook vs Petersfield — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Liphook

GU30 · Hampshire

27

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences6
  • Drugs4
  • Other theft4

Petersfield

GU31 · Hampshire

7

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Criminal damage & arson2
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Petersfield has less crime — 7 vs 27 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Liphook recorded substantially more crime than Petersfield in February 2026 — 27 incidents compared to 7, a 3.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Liphook sees higher rates of Drugs (4) and Other theft (4), while Petersfield has more Criminal damage & arson (2) and Anti-social behaviour (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Liphook or Petersfield safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Petersfield recorded fewer crimes than Liphook — 7 vs 27 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Petersfield is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Liphook and Petersfield?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Liphook saw higher rates of Drugs and Other theft while Petersfield had more Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Petersfield recorded fewer total crimes (7 vs 27).

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