Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BH16 · Dorset
25
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DT4 · Dorset
226
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Upton has less crime — 25 vs 226 incidents in February 2026.
Weymouth recorded substantially more crime than Upton in February 2026 — 226 incidents compared to 25, a 9.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Upton sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3), while Weymouth has more Criminal damage & arson (20). Upton is below the national average while Weymouth is above, making Upton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Upton recorded fewer crimes than Weymouth — 25 vs 226 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Upton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Upton saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Weymouth had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Upton recorded fewer total crimes (25 vs 226).