Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BR5 · Greater London
336
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CT9 · Kent
428
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Bromley has less crime — 336 vs 428 incidents in April 2026.
Margate saw somewhat more crime than Bromley in April 2026 (428 vs 336 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (44), while Margate has more Criminal damage & arson (57). 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, Bromley recorded fewer crimes than Margate — 336 vs 428 incidents. That is 21% fewer crimes. Margate is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bromley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Margate had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bromley recorded fewer total crimes (336 vs 428).