Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DT6 · Dorset
49
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH14 · Poole
143
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Allington has less crime — 49 vs 143 incidents in February 2026.
Poole recorded substantially more crime than Allington in February 2026 — 143 incidents compared to 49, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Allington sees higher rates of Other theft (3), while Poole has more Vehicle crime (17). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Allington recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 49 vs 143 incidents. That is 66% 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 Poole had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Allington recorded fewer total crimes (49 vs 143).