Upton vs Verwood — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Upton

BH16 · Dorset

24

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Vehicle crime4

Verwood

BH31 · Dorset

37

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Shoplifting6

Upton has less crime — 24 vs 37 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

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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Frequently asked questions

Is Upton or Verwood safer?

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.

What are the main differences in crime between Upton and Verwood?

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).

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