Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DT6 · Dorset
49
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH24 · Hampshire
71
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Allington has less crime — 49 vs 71 incidents in February 2026.
Ringwood saw somewhat more crime than Allington in February 2026 (71 vs 49 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Allington sees higher rates of Other theft (3), while Ringwood has more Criminal damage & arson (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Allington recorded fewer crimes than Ringwood — 49 vs 71 incidents. That is 31% 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 Ringwood had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Allington recorded fewer total crimes (49 vs 71).