Liphook vs Poole — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Liphook

GU30 · Hampshire

38

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft11
  • Shoplifting8
  • Violence & sexual offences7

Poole

BH15 · Poole

200

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences73
  • Anti-social behaviour66
  • Criminal damage & arson12

Liphook has less crime — 38 vs 200 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Poole recorded substantially more crime than Liphook in April 2026 — 200 incidents compared to 38, a 5.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Liphook sees higher rates of Other theft (11) and Shoplifting (8), while Poole has more Anti-social behaviour (66) and Criminal damage & arson (12). Liphook is below the national average while Poole is above, making Liphook the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Liphook or Poole safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Liphook recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 38 vs 200 incidents. That is 81% fewer crimes. Liphook is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Liphook and Poole?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Liphook saw higher rates of Other theft and Shoplifting while Poole had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Liphook recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 200).

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