Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU16 · Surrey
45
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CR4 · Greater London
434
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Camberley has less crime — 45 vs 434 incidents in April 2026.
Merton recorded substantially more crime than Camberley in April 2026 — 434 incidents compared to 45, a 9.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Camberley sees higher rates of Other theft (6) and Public order (5), while Merton has more Anti-social behaviour (119) and Criminal damage & arson (37). Camberley is below the national average while Merton is above, making Camberley the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Camberley recorded fewer crimes than Merton — 45 vs 434 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Camberley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Camberley saw higher rates of Other theft and Public order while Merton had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Camberley recorded fewer total crimes (45 vs 434).