Ferndown vs Ringwood — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ferndown

BH22 · Dorset

64

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour21
  • Violence & sexual offences20
  • Other theft5

Ringwood

BH24 · Hampshire

74

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences20
  • Anti-social behaviour12
  • Other theft8

Ferndown has less crime — 64 vs 74 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ringwood saw somewhat more crime than Ferndown in April 2026 (74 vs 64 incidents). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ferndown or Ringwood safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ferndown recorded fewer crimes than Ringwood — 64 vs 74 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes. Ferndown is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Ferndown and Ringwood?

In April 2026, Ferndown's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (21 incidents) while Ringwood's was Violence & sexual offences (20 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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