Bournemouth vs Windlesham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bournemouth

BH10 · Bournemouth

230

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences60
  • Shoplifting41
  • Anti-social behaviour37

Windlesham

GU18 · Surrey

27

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting8
  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Windlesham has less crime — 27 vs 230 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bournemouth recorded substantially more crime than Windlesham in February 2026 — 230 incidents compared to 27, a 8.5x difference. Bournemouth sits above the national average for recorded crime while Windlesham is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bournemouth or Windlesham safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Windlesham recorded fewer crimes than Bournemouth — 27 vs 230 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Windlesham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bournemouth and Windlesham?

In February 2026, Bournemouth's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (60 incidents) while Windlesham's was Shoplifting (8 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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