Safest Areas in Poole 2026

Based on April 2026 Police data, Poole (BH13) recorded the lowest crime rate in Poole, with 44 incidents. At the other end of the scale, Poole (BH12) recorded 262 crimes in the same period — more than 5x the crime count of the safest area. The 6 postcode areas analysed in Poole span both ends of the spectrum — some well below and others well above the national crime benchmark. Even in the safest area, anti-social behaviour is the most commonly recorded crime type.

Top 20 Safest Areas

1
Poole BH13
Anti-social behaviour
44
crimes
2
Poole BH18
Violence & sexual offences
61
crimes
3
Poole BH17
Violence & sexual offences
123
crimes
4
Poole BH14
Violence & sexual offences
160
crimes
5
Poole BH15
Violence & sexual offences
200
crimes
6
Poole BH12
Violence & sexual offences
262
crimes

20 Areas with Highest Crime

1
Poole BH12
Violence & sexual offences
262
crimes
2
Poole BH15
Violence & sexual offences
200
crimes
3
Poole BH14
Violence & sexual offences
160
crimes
4
Poole BH17
Violence & sexual offences
123
crimes
5
Poole BH18
Violence & sexual offences
61
crimes
6
Poole BH13
Anti-social behaviour
44
crimes

Frequently asked questions

What is the safest area in Poole?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Poole (BH13) is the safest area in Poole, recording 44 crimes — 69% fewer than the average across the 6 areas analysed. Anti-social behaviour was the most common crime type even in this safest area.

What is the most dangerous area in Poole?

Poole (BH12) recorded the most crime in Poole in April 2026, with 262 incidents. Violence & sexual offences was the dominant crime type. Full 24-month trend reports for this area are available from £4.99.

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