Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH25 · Hampshire
95
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH16 · Dorset
25
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Upton has less crime — 25 vs 95 incidents in February 2026.
New Milton recorded substantially more crime than Upton in February 2026 — 95 incidents compared to 25, a 3.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: New Milton sees higher rates of Public order (13) and Other theft (8), while Upton has more Anti-social behaviour (5) and 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 New Milton — 25 vs 95 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Upton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, New Milton saw higher rates of Public order and Other theft while Upton had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Upton recorded fewer total crimes (25 vs 95).