Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU34 · Hampshire
40
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH18 · Poole
58
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Alton has less crime — 40 vs 58 incidents in February 2026.
Poole saw somewhat more crime than Alton in February 2026 (58 vs 40 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alton sees higher rates of Drugs (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 February 2026 Police data, Alton recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 40 vs 58 incidents. That is 31% 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 Poole had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Alton recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 58).