Bournemouth vs Dorchester — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bournemouth

BH3 · Bournemouth

265

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Shoplifting72
  • Anti-social behaviour61
  • Violence & sexual offences55

Dorchester

DT1 · Dorset

124

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences39
  • Anti-social behaviour22
  • Shoplifting19

Dorchester has less crime — 124 vs 265 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bournemouth recorded notably higher crime than Dorchester in April 2026 — 265 vs 124 incidents. 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 Dorchester safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Dorchester recorded fewer crimes than Bournemouth — 124 vs 265 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Bournemouth is above the national average.

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

In April 2026, Bournemouth's top crime category was Shoplifting (72 incidents) while Dorchester's was Violence & sexual offences (39 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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