Bromley vs Dover — 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

Dover

CT16 · Kent

209

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences75
  • Shoplifting33
  • Anti-social behaviour31

Bromley has less crime — 173 vs 209 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Dover saw somewhat more crime than Bromley in February 2026 (209 vs 173 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (27), while Dover has more Shoplifting (33). 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 Dover safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bromley recorded fewer crimes than Dover — 173 vs 209 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. Dover is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bromley saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Dover had more Shoplifting. Overall, Bromley recorded fewer total crimes (173 vs 209).

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