Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DT6 · Dorset
39
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BH13 · Poole
44
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Allington has less crime — 39 vs 44 incidents in April 2026.
Allington and Poole recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 39 and 44 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Allington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (4), while Poole has more Criminal damage & arson (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 Poole — 39 vs 44 incidents. That is 11% 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 Poole had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Allington recorded fewer total crimes (39 vs 44).