Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH23 · Dorset
63
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BH14 · Poole
160
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Burton has less crime — 63 vs 160 incidents in April 2026.
Poole recorded substantially more crime than Burton in April 2026 — 160 incidents compared to 63, a 2.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (10), while Poole has more Burglary (14). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Burton recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 63 vs 160 incidents. That is 61% fewer crimes. Burton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Burton saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Poole had more Burglary. Overall, Burton recorded fewer total crimes (63 vs 160).