Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH16 · Dorset
24
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BH31 · Dorset
37
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Upton has less crime — 24 vs 37 incidents in April 2026.
Verwood recorded notably higher crime than Upton in April 2026 — 37 vs 24 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Upton sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (4), while Verwood has more Shoplifting (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Upton recorded fewer crimes than Verwood — 24 vs 37 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Upton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Upton saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Verwood had more Shoplifting. Overall, Upton recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 37).