Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BR7 · Greater London
81
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CT9 · Kent
384
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bromley has less crime — 81 vs 384 incidents in February 2026.
Margate recorded substantially more crime than Bromley in February 2026 — 384 incidents compared to 81, a 4.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (14), while Margate has more Shoplifting (36). Bromley is below the national average while Margate is above, making Bromley the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bromley recorded fewer crimes than Margate — 81 vs 384 incidents. That is 79% fewer crimes. Bromley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bromley saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Margate had more Shoplifting. Overall, Bromley recorded fewer total crimes (81 vs 384).