Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU27 · Surrey
72
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BH14 · Poole
160
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Haslemere has less crime — 72 vs 160 incidents in April 2026.
Poole recorded notably higher crime than Haslemere in April 2026 — 160 vs 72 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Haslemere sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13) and Public order (10), while Poole has more Anti-social behaviour (37) and Burglary (14). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Haslemere recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 72 vs 160 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Haslemere is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Haslemere saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Poole had more Anti-social behaviour and Burglary. Overall, Haslemere recorded fewer total crimes (72 vs 160).