Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BR7 · Greater London
85
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CT5 · Kent
138
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Bromley has less crime — 85 vs 138 incidents in April 2026.
Canterbury recorded notably higher crime than Bromley in April 2026 — 138 vs 85 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (22), while Canterbury has more Criminal damage & arson (24). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bromley recorded fewer crimes than Canterbury — 85 vs 138 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Bromley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bromley saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Canterbury had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bromley recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 138).