Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU35 · Hampshire
85
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BH15 · Poole
200
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Lindford has less crime — 85 vs 200 incidents in April 2026.
Poole recorded notably higher crime than Lindford in April 2026 — 200 vs 85 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lindford sees higher rates of Other theft (8), while Poole has more Criminal damage & arson (12). Lindford is below the national average while Poole is above, making Lindford the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Lindford recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 85 vs 200 incidents. That is 57% 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 Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Lindford recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 200).