Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BR3 · Greater London
251
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CT19 · Kent
369
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bromley has less crime — 251 vs 369 incidents in February 2026.
Folkestone saw somewhat more crime than Bromley in February 2026 (369 vs 251 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (35), while Folkestone has more Criminal damage & arson (38). 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 February 2026 Police data, Bromley recorded fewer crimes than Folkestone — 251 vs 369 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Folkestone is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bromley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Folkestone had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bromley recorded fewer total crimes (251 vs 369).