Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU35 · Hampshire
85
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BH14 · Poole
160
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Lindford has less crime — 85 vs 160 incidents in April 2026.
Poole recorded notably higher crime than Lindford in April 2026 — 160 vs 85 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lindford sees higher rates of Other theft (8), while Poole has more 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, Lindford recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 85 vs 160 incidents. That is 47% fewer crimes. Lindford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Lindford saw higher rates of Other theft while Poole had more Burglary. Overall, Lindford recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 160).