Statistics show Dorset is still a safe place to live
Figures produced by the Office for National Statistics show a decrease in overall crime in the last 12 months.
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Vehicle offences and burglaries rise in Dorset
Overall crime in the county fell by 1.1 per cent in 2024, making Dorset one of the top 10 safest areas in the country, but some crimes increased.
Dorset remains in top 10 safest areas of England
Latest crime statistics show overall crime in the county fell by 2.3 per cent in the year to 30 June 2024.
Dorset counted among the top 10 safest areas in England
New crime stats reveal Dorset remains one of the safest areas in the country following a decrease in crime.
Dorset is sixth safest area in the country
Like the rest of the country there has been an increase in rape and sexual offences, but the rise in overall crime is less than the national average.