Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT7 · Kent
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BR8 · Kent
132
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Birchington has less crime — 44 vs 132 incidents in February 2026.
Swanley recorded substantially more crime than Birchington in February 2026 — 132 incidents compared to 44, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birchington sees higher rates of Drugs (7), while Swanley has more Criminal damage & arson (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Birchington recorded fewer crimes than Swanley — 44 vs 132 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Birchington is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birchington saw higher rates of Drugs while Swanley had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birchington recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 132).