Aldershot vs Bournemouth — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Aldershot

GU11 · Hampshire

257

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences89
  • Shoplifting36
  • Anti-social behaviour36

Bournemouth

BH9 · Bournemouth

310

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences84
  • Shoplifting75
  • Anti-social behaviour72

Aldershot has less crime — 257 vs 310 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bournemouth saw somewhat more crime than Aldershot in April 2026 (310 vs 257 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Aldershot or Bournemouth safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Aldershot recorded fewer crimes than Bournemouth — 257 vs 310 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. Bournemouth is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Aldershot and Bournemouth?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Aldershot recorded 89 incidents of this type vs 84 in Bournemouth. Overall, Aldershot had fewer total crimes (257 vs 310).

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