Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH10 · Bournemouth
235
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
BH5 · Bournemouth
320
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Bournemouth has less crime — 235 vs 320 incidents in April 2026.
Bournemouth saw somewhat more crime than Bournemouth in April 2026 (320 vs 235 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bournemouth sees higher rates of Shoplifting (23), while Bournemouth has more Criminal damage & arson (34). 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 April 2026 Police data, Bournemouth recorded fewer crimes than Bournemouth — 235 vs 320 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. Bournemouth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bournemouth saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Bournemouth had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bournemouth recorded fewer total crimes (235 vs 320).