Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH23 · Dorset
98
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH15 · Poole
172
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Burton has less crime — 98 vs 172 incidents in February 2026.
Poole recorded notably higher crime than Burton in February 2026 — 172 vs 98 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burton sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Poole has more Criminal damage & arson (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Burton recorded fewer crimes than Poole — 98 vs 172 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Burton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Burton saw higher rates of Public order while Poole had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Burton recorded fewer total crimes (98 vs 172).