Bournemouth vs Woking — 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

Woking

GU21 · Surrey

160

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences48
  • Shoplifting31
  • Anti-social behaviour17

Woking has less crime — 160 vs 230 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bournemouth saw somewhat more crime than Woking in February 2026 (230 vs 160 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bournemouth or Woking safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Woking recorded fewer crimes than Bournemouth — 160 vs 230 incidents. That is 30% fewer crimes. Bournemouth is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Bournemouth recorded 60 incidents of this type vs 48 in Woking. Overall, Woking had fewer total crimes (160 vs 230).

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