Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH15 · Poole
200
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
GU22 · Surrey
274
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Poole has less crime — 200 vs 274 incidents in April 2026.
Woking saw somewhat more crime than Poole in April 2026 (274 vs 200 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Poole sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (12), while Woking has more Public order (28). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Poole recorded fewer crimes than Woking — 200 vs 274 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. Woking is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Poole saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Woking had more Public order. Overall, Poole recorded fewer total crimes (200 vs 274).