Poole vs Poole — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Poole

BH14 · Poole

160

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences54
  • Anti-social behaviour37
  • Burglary14

Poole

BH17 · Poole

123

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences55
  • Anti-social behaviour22
  • Shoplifting15

Poole has less crime — 123 vs 160 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Poole saw somewhat more crime than Poole in April 2026 (160 vs 123 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Poole sees higher rates of Burglary (14), while Poole has more Shoplifting (15). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Poole or Poole safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Poole recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 123 vs 160 incidents. That is 23% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Poole saw higher rates of Burglary while Poole had more Shoplifting. Overall, Poole recorded fewer total crimes (123 vs 160).

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