Farnham vs Poole — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Farnham

GU9 · Surrey

61

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Shoplifting9

Poole

BH14 · Poole

160

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences54
  • Anti-social behaviour37
  • Burglary14

Farnham has less crime — 61 vs 160 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Poole recorded substantially more crime than Farnham in April 2026 — 160 incidents compared to 61, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Farnham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9), 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Farnham or Poole safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Farnham recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 61 vs 160 incidents. That is 62% fewer crimes. Farnham is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Farnham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Poole had more Burglary. Overall, Farnham recorded fewer total crimes (61 vs 160).

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