Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU4 · Surrey
54
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH12 · Poole
218
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Guildford has less crime — 54 vs 218 incidents in February 2026.
Poole recorded substantially more crime than Guildford in February 2026 — 218 incidents compared to 54, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Guildford sees higher rates of Public order (9), while Poole has more Shoplifting (41). Guildford is below the national average while Poole is above, making Guildford the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Guildford recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 54 vs 218 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Guildford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Guildford saw higher rates of Public order while Poole had more Shoplifting. Overall, Guildford recorded fewer total crimes (54 vs 218).