Petersfield vs Whyteleafe — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Petersfield

GU31 · Hampshire

5

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Vehicle crime2
  • Criminal damage & arson1
  • Other theft1

Whyteleafe

CR6 · Surrey

56

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences23
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Other theft6

Petersfield has less crime — 5 vs 56 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Whyteleafe recorded substantially more crime than Petersfield in March 2026 — 56 incidents compared to 5, a 11.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Petersfield sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (2) and Criminal damage & arson (1), while Whyteleafe has more Violence & sexual offences (23) and Anti-social behaviour (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Petersfield or Whyteleafe safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Petersfield recorded fewer crimes than Whyteleafe — 5 vs 56 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Petersfield is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Petersfield saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Whyteleafe had more Violence & sexual offences and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Petersfield recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 56).

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