Broadstairs vs Swanley — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Broadstairs

CT10 · Kent

115

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences50
  • Criminal damage & arson17
  • Anti-social behaviour14

Swanley

BR8 · Kent

132

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Anti-social behaviour35
  • Criminal damage & arson16

Broadstairs has less crime — 115 vs 132 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Broadstairs and Swanley recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 115 and 132 incidents respectively. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Broadstairs or Swanley safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Broadstairs recorded fewer crimes than Swanley — 115 vs 132 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Broadstairs and Swanley?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Broadstairs recorded 50 incidents of this type vs 42 in Swanley. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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