Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH23 · Dorset
98
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DT9 · Dorset
47
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Castleton has less crime — 47 vs 98 incidents in February 2026.
Burton recorded notably higher crime than Castleton in February 2026 — 98 vs 47 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burton sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Castleton has more Other theft (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Castleton recorded fewer crimes than Burton — 47 vs 98 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Castleton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Burton saw higher rates of Public order while Castleton had more Other theft. Overall, Castleton recorded fewer total crimes (47 vs 98).