Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH1 · Bournemouth
684
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
GU1 · Surrey
382
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Guildford has less crime — 382 vs 684 incidents in March 2026.
Bournemouth recorded notably higher crime than Guildford in March 2026 — 684 vs 382 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bournemouth sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (207) and Vehicle crime (48), while Guildford has more Shoplifting (65) and Public order (43). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Guildford recorded fewer crimes than Bournemouth — 382 vs 684 incidents. That is 44% fewer crimes. Bournemouth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Bournemouth saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime while Guildford had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Guildford recorded fewer total crimes (382 vs 684).