Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BR7 · Greater London
85
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CT8 · Kent
97
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Bromley has less crime — 85 vs 97 incidents in April 2026.
Bromley and Margate recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 85 and 97 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (22), while Margate has more Criminal damage & arson (16). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bromley recorded fewer crimes than Margate — 85 vs 97 incidents. That is 12% 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 Margate had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bromley recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 97).