Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BR7 · Greater London
85
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CR8 · Greater London
166
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Bromley has less crime — 85 vs 166 incidents in April 2026.
Croydon recorded notably higher crime than Bromley in April 2026 — 166 vs 85 incidents. 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 Croydon — 85 vs 166 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Bromley is also below the national average for crime.
In April 2026, Bromley's top crime category was Vehicle crime (22 incidents) while Croydon's was Violence & sexual offences (52 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.