Bournemouth vs Weymouth — 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

Weymouth

DT3 · Dorset

79

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences30
  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Shoplifting13

Weymouth has less crime — 79 vs 265 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bournemouth recorded substantially more crime than Weymouth in April 2026 — 265 incidents compared to 79, a 3.4x difference. Bournemouth sits above the national average for recorded crime while Weymouth is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bournemouth or Weymouth safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Weymouth recorded fewer crimes than Bournemouth — 79 vs 265 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Weymouth is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Bournemouth's top crime category was Shoplifting (72 incidents) while Weymouth's was Violence & sexual offences (30 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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