Cranleigh vs Croydon — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Cranleigh

GU6 · Surrey

36

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Shoplifting5
  • Public order5

Croydon

CR2 · Greater London

123

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences36
  • Vehicle crime18
  • Anti-social behaviour17

Cranleigh has less crime — 36 vs 123 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Croydon recorded substantially more crime than Cranleigh in April 2026 — 123 incidents compared to 36, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cranleigh sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5) and Public order (5), while Croydon has more Vehicle crime (18) and Anti-social behaviour (17). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cranleigh or Croydon safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Cranleigh recorded fewer crimes than Croydon — 36 vs 123 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Cranleigh is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Cranleigh and Croydon?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cranleigh saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Croydon had more Vehicle crime and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Cranleigh recorded fewer total crimes (36 vs 123).

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