Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT6 · Kent
252
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
BR8 · Kent
135
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Swanley has less crime — 135 vs 252 incidents in April 2026.
Canterbury recorded notably higher crime than Swanley in April 2026 — 252 vs 135 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canterbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (39), while Swanley has more Other theft (16). 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, Swanley recorded fewer crimes than Canterbury — 135 vs 252 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Canterbury is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Canterbury saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Swanley had more Other theft. Overall, Swanley recorded fewer total crimes (135 vs 252).