Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU29 · West Sussex
19
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH24 · Hampshire
71
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Midhurst has less crime — 19 vs 71 incidents in February 2026.
Ringwood recorded substantially more crime than Midhurst in February 2026 — 71 incidents compared to 19, a 3.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Midhurst sees higher rates of Robbery (1), while Ringwood has more Criminal damage & arson (8). 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, Midhurst recorded fewer crimes than Ringwood — 19 vs 71 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Midhurst is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Midhurst saw higher rates of Robbery while Ringwood had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Midhurst recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 71).