Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BR5 · Greater London
278
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BR8 · Kent
132
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Swanley has less crime — 132 vs 278 incidents in February 2026.
Bromley recorded notably higher crime than Swanley in February 2026 — 278 vs 132 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (40), while Swanley has more Criminal damage & arson (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Swanley recorded fewer crimes than Bromley — 132 vs 278 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Bromley is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bromley saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Swanley had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Swanley recorded fewer total crimes (132 vs 278).