Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DT6 · Dorset
39
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BH5 · Bournemouth
320
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Allington has less crime — 39 vs 320 incidents in April 2026.
Bournemouth recorded substantially more crime than Allington in April 2026 — 320 incidents compared to 39, a 8.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Allington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (4), while Bournemouth has more Criminal damage & arson (34). Allington is below the national average while Bournemouth is above, making Allington the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Allington recorded fewer crimes than Bournemouth — 39 vs 320 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Allington is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Allington saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Bournemouth had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Allington recorded fewer total crimes (39 vs 320).