Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU11 · Hampshire
237
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
BH2 · Bournemouth
545
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Aldershot has less crime — 237 vs 545 incidents in March 2026.
Bournemouth recorded notably higher crime than Aldershot in March 2026 — 545 vs 237 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aldershot sees higher rates of Shoplifting (39), while Bournemouth has more Public order (40). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Aldershot recorded fewer crimes than Bournemouth — 237 vs 545 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Bournemouth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Aldershot saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Bournemouth had more Public order. Overall, Aldershot recorded fewer total crimes (237 vs 545).