Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU7 · Surrey
74
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH15 · Poole
172
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Godalming has less crime — 74 vs 172 incidents in February 2026.
Poole recorded notably higher crime than Godalming in February 2026 — 172 vs 74 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Godalming sees higher rates of Shoplifting (12), while Poole has more Anti-social behaviour (46). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Godalming recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 74 vs 172 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Godalming is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Godalming saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Poole had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Godalming recorded fewer total crimes (74 vs 172).