Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH21 · Dorset
40
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH24 · Hampshire
71
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Colehill has less crime — 40 vs 71 incidents in February 2026.
Ringwood recorded notably higher crime than Colehill in February 2026 — 71 vs 40 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Colehill sees higher rates of Shoplifting (7), while Ringwood has more Criminal damage & arson (8). 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, Colehill recorded fewer crimes than Ringwood — 40 vs 71 incidents. That is 44% fewer crimes. Colehill is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Colehill saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Ringwood had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Colehill recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 71).