WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: Dorset Police Police

Highcliffe & Walkford Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Highcliffe & Walkford, localized within Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Safety Rating

Low Risk

Crime Rate

1.31per 1k

Total Population

10,701

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Violence & Sexual Offences8

Burglary1

Criminal Damage & Arson1

Other Theft1

Vehicle Crime1

Bicycle Theft1

Anti-social Behaviour1

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Parking Area Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Marryat Court Map	Violence and sexual offences: 1	1
On or near The Lawns Map	Violence and sexual offences: 1	1
On or near Julia Close Map	Criminal damage and arson: 1	1
On or near The Old Bakehouse Mews Map	Vehicle crime: 1	1
On or near Rotherfield Road Map	Violence and sexual offences: 1	1
On or near Birchwood Close Map	Anti-social behaviour: 1	1
On or near Brookside Way Map	Other theft: 1	1
On or near Apple Tree Gardens Map	Violence and sexual offences: 1	1
On or near Heather Close Map	Bicycle theft: 1	1