Blackwater and Hawley vs Poole — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Blackwater and Hawley

GU17 · Hampshire

44

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences18
  • Criminal damage & arson9
  • Public order4

Poole

BH12 · Poole

262

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences85
  • Anti-social behaviour57
  • Shoplifting44

Blackwater and Hawley has less crime — 44 vs 262 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Poole recorded substantially more crime than Blackwater and Hawley in April 2026 — 262 incidents compared to 44, a 6.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blackwater and Hawley sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (9) and Public order (4), while Poole has more Anti-social behaviour (57) and Shoplifting (44). Blackwater and Hawley is below the national average while Poole is above, making Blackwater and Hawley the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blackwater and Hawley or Poole safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Blackwater and Hawley recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 44 vs 262 incidents. That is 83% fewer crimes. Blackwater and Hawley is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Blackwater and Hawley and Poole?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Blackwater and Hawley saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Poole had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Blackwater and Hawley recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 262).

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