Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH23 · Dorset
98
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH17 · Poole
95
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Poole has less crime — 95 vs 98 incidents in February 2026.
Burton and Poole recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 98 and 95 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burton sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Poole has more Criminal damage & arson (9). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Poole recorded fewer crimes than Burton — 95 vs 98 incidents. That is 3% fewer crimes. Poole 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, Poole recorded fewer total crimes (95 vs 98).