Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH23 · Dorset
98
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH18 · Poole
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Poole has less crime — 59 vs 98 incidents in February 2026.
Burton recorded notably higher crime than Poole in February 2026 — 98 vs 59 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burton sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Poole has more Shoplifting (5). 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, Poole recorded fewer crimes than Burton — 59 vs 98 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. Poole 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 Poole had more Shoplifting. Overall, Poole recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 98).