Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH25 · Hampshire
95
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH14 · Poole
143
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
New Milton has less crime — 95 vs 143 incidents in February 2026.
Poole recorded notably higher crime than New Milton in February 2026 — 143 vs 95 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: New Milton sees higher rates of Public order (13) and Other theft (8), while Poole has more Anti-social behaviour (31) and Vehicle crime (17). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, New Milton recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 95 vs 143 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes. New Milton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, New Milton saw higher rates of Public order and Other theft while Poole had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, New Milton recorded fewer total crimes (95 vs 143).