Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH22 · Dorset
45
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH24 · Hampshire
71
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ferndown has less crime — 45 vs 71 incidents in February 2026.
Ringwood recorded notably higher crime than Ferndown in February 2026 — 71 vs 45 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ferndown sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6), 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, Ferndown recorded fewer crimes than Ringwood — 45 vs 71 incidents. That is 37% fewer crimes. Ferndown is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ferndown saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Ringwood had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Ferndown recorded fewer total crimes (45 vs 71).