Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH23 · Dorset
98
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH24 · Hampshire
71
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ringwood has less crime — 71 vs 98 incidents in February 2026.
Burton saw somewhat more crime than Ringwood in February 2026 (98 vs 71 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burton sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Ringwood has more Criminal damage & arson (8). 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, Ringwood recorded fewer crimes than Burton — 71 vs 98 incidents. That is 28% fewer crimes. Ringwood 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 Ringwood had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Ringwood recorded fewer total crimes (71 vs 98).