Poole vs Weymouth — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Poole

BH17 · Poole

95

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

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

Weymouth

DT4 · Dorset

226

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Anti-social behaviour82
  • Violence & sexual offences72
  • Criminal damage & arson20

Poole has less crime — 95 vs 226 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Weymouth recorded notably higher crime than Poole in February 2026 — 226 vs 95 incidents. Poole is below the national average while Weymouth is above, making Poole the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Poole or Weymouth safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Poole recorded fewer crimes than Weymouth — 95 vs 226 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Poole is also below the national average for crime.

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

In February 2026, Poole's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (36 incidents) while Weymouth's was Anti-social behaviour (82 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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