Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BR1 · Greater London
422
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CT19 · Kent
382
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Folkestone has less crime — 382 vs 422 incidents in April 2026.
Bromley and Folkestone recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 422 and 382 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (44), while Folkestone has more Criminal damage & arson (42). 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, Folkestone recorded fewer crimes than Bromley — 382 vs 422 incidents. That is 9% 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 Folkestone had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Folkestone recorded fewer total crimes (382 vs 422).