Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH23 · Dorset
98
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH31 · Dorset
42
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Verwood has less crime — 42 vs 98 incidents in February 2026.
Burton recorded notably higher crime than Verwood in February 2026 — 98 vs 42 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burton sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Verwood has more Criminal damage & arson (6). 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, Verwood recorded fewer crimes than Burton — 42 vs 98 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Verwood 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 Verwood had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Verwood recorded fewer total crimes (42 vs 98).