Poole vs Poole — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Poole

BH15 · Poole

172

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences55
  • Anti-social behaviour46
  • Criminal damage & arson18

Poole

BH17 · Poole

95

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences36
  • Anti-social behaviour20
  • Criminal damage & arson9

Poole has less crime — 95 vs 172 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Poole recorded notably higher crime than Poole in February 2026 — 172 vs 95 incidents. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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 February 2026 Police data, Poole recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 95 vs 172 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Poole is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Poole recorded 55 incidents of this type vs 36 in Poole. Overall, Poole had fewer total crimes (95 vs 172).

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