Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH5 · Bournemouth
274
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BH8 · Bournemouth
296
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bournemouth has less crime — 274 vs 296 incidents in February 2026.
Bournemouth and Bournemouth recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 274 and 296 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bournemouth sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (22), while Bournemouth has more Shoplifting (49). 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 February 2026 Police data, Bournemouth recorded fewer crimes than Bournemouth — 274 vs 296 incidents. That is 7% fewer crimes. Bournemouth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bournemouth saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Bournemouth had more Shoplifting. Overall, Bournemouth recorded fewer total crimes (274 vs 296).