Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH11 · Bournemouth
204
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
GU22 · Surrey
274
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Bournemouth has less crime — 204 vs 274 incidents in April 2026.
Woking saw somewhat more crime than Bournemouth in April 2026 (274 vs 204 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bournemouth sees higher rates of Shoplifting (24), while Woking has more Public order (28). 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 Woking — 204 vs 274 incidents. That is 26% fewer crimes. Woking is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bournemouth saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Woking had more Public order. Overall, Bournemouth recorded fewer total crimes (204 vs 274).