Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH22 · Dorset
45
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
GU19 · Surrey
50
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ferndown has less crime — 45 vs 50 incidents in February 2026.
Ferndown and Windlesham recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 45 and 50 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ferndown sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6), while Windlesham has more Other theft (6). 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 Windlesham — 45 vs 50 incidents. That is 10% 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 Windlesham had more Other theft. Overall, Ferndown recorded fewer total crimes (45 vs 50).