Bromley vs Croydon — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bromley

BR4 · Greater London

173

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences67
  • Vehicle crime27
  • Anti-social behaviour17

Croydon

CR8 · Greater London

199

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Anti-social behaviour28
  • Shoplifting22

Bromley has less crime — 173 vs 199 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Croydon saw somewhat more crime than Bromley in February 2026 (199 vs 173 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (27), while Croydon has more Shoplifting (22). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bromley or Croydon safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bromley recorded fewer crimes than Croydon — 173 vs 199 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Croydon is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Bromley and Croydon?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bromley saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Croydon had more Shoplifting. Overall, Bromley recorded fewer total crimes (173 vs 199).

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