Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU1 · Surrey
439
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
BH15 · Poole
200
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Poole has less crime — 200 vs 439 incidents in April 2026.
Guildford recorded notably higher crime than Poole in April 2026 — 439 vs 200 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Guildford sees higher rates of Shoplifting (87) and Public order (59), while Poole has more Anti-social behaviour (66) and Criminal damage & arson (12). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Poole recorded fewer crimes than Guildford — 200 vs 439 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Guildford is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Guildford saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Poole had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Poole recorded fewer total crimes (200 vs 439).