Bromley vs Manston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bromley

BR6 · Greater London

114

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences27
  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Shoplifting17

Manston

CT12 · Kent

38

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Criminal damage & arson4
  • Drugs3

Manston has less crime — 38 vs 114 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bromley recorded substantially more crime than Manston in February 2026 — 114 incidents compared to 38, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromley sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (18) and Shoplifting (17), while Manston has more Criminal damage & arson (4) and Drugs (3). 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 Manston safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Manston recorded fewer crimes than Bromley — 38 vs 114 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Manston is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bromley saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Manston had more Criminal damage & arson and Drugs. Overall, Manston recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 114).

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