Cranleigh vs Poole — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Cranleigh

GU6 · Surrey

36

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Anti-social behaviour6
  • Public order4

Poole

BH15 · Poole

172

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences55
  • Anti-social behaviour46
  • Criminal damage & arson18

Cranleigh has less crime — 36 vs 172 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Poole recorded substantially more crime than Cranleigh in February 2026 — 172 incidents compared to 36, a 4.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cranleigh sees higher rates of Public order (4), while Poole has more Criminal damage & arson (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cranleigh or Poole safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Cranleigh recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 36 vs 172 incidents. That is 79% fewer crimes. Cranleigh is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Cranleigh and Poole?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cranleigh saw higher rates of Public order while Poole had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cranleigh recorded fewer total crimes (36 vs 172).

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