Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DT6 · Dorset
49
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH7 · Bournemouth
262
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Allington has less crime — 49 vs 262 incidents in February 2026.
Bournemouth recorded substantially more crime than Allington in February 2026 — 262 incidents compared to 49, a 5.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Allington sees higher rates of Other theft (3), while Bournemouth has more Vehicle crime (16). Allington is below the national average while Bournemouth is above, making Allington the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Allington recorded fewer crimes than Bournemouth — 49 vs 262 incidents. That is 81% fewer crimes. Allington is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Allington saw higher rates of Other theft while Bournemouth had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Allington recorded fewer total crimes (49 vs 262).