Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DT6 · Dorset
39
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BH22 · Dorset
64
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Allington has less crime — 39 vs 64 incidents in April 2026.
Ferndown recorded notably higher crime than Allington in April 2026 — 64 vs 39 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Allington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (4), while Ferndown has more Other theft (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Allington recorded fewer crimes than Ferndown — 39 vs 64 incidents. That is 39% 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 Ferndown had more Other theft. Overall, Allington recorded fewer total crimes (39 vs 64).