Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH19 · Dorset
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BH16 · Dorset
25
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Swanage has less crime — 18 vs 25 incidents in February 2026.
Upton saw somewhat more crime than Swanage in February 2026 (25 vs 18 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Swanage sees higher rates of Shoplifting (3), while Upton has more Vehicle crime (3). 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, Swanage recorded fewer crimes than Upton — 18 vs 25 incidents. That is 28% fewer crimes. Swanage is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Swanage saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Upton had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Swanage recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 25).