Bromley vs Dover — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bromley

BR6 · Greater London

140

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences37
  • Anti-social behaviour23
  • Shoplifting16

Dover

CT14 · Kent

126

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences51
  • Anti-social behaviour32
  • Other theft11

Dover has less crime — 126 vs 140 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bromley and Dover recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 140 and 126 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (16), while Dover has more Other theft (11). 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 April 2026 Police data, Dover recorded fewer crimes than Bromley — 126 vs 140 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bromley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Dover had more Other theft. Overall, Dover recorded fewer total crimes (126 vs 140).

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