Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU34 · Hampshire
40
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH9 · Bournemouth
288
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Alton has less crime — 40 vs 288 incidents in February 2026.
Bournemouth recorded substantially more crime than Alton in February 2026 — 288 incidents compared to 40, a 7.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alton sees higher rates of Drugs (4), while Bournemouth has more Shoplifting (50). Alton is below the national average while Bournemouth is above, making Alton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Alton recorded fewer crimes than Bournemouth — 40 vs 288 incidents. That is 86% fewer crimes. Alton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Alton saw higher rates of Drugs while Bournemouth had more Shoplifting. Overall, Alton recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 288).