Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH7 · Bournemouth
262
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BH8 · Bournemouth
296
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bournemouth has less crime — 262 vs 296 incidents in February 2026.
Bournemouth and Bournemouth recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 262 and 296 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bournemouth sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (16), 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 — 262 vs 296 incidents. That is 11% fewer crimes. Bournemouth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bournemouth saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Bournemouth had more Shoplifting. Overall, Bournemouth recorded fewer total crimes (262 vs 296).