Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BR1 · Greater London
422
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CT16 · Kent
217
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Dover has less crime — 217 vs 422 incidents in April 2026.
Bromley recorded notably higher crime than Dover in April 2026 — 422 vs 217 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (44), while Dover has more Criminal damage & arson (34). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Dover recorded fewer crimes than Bromley — 217 vs 422 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Bromley is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bromley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Dover had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dover recorded fewer total crimes (217 vs 422).