Cranleigh vs Guildford — 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

Guildford

GU1 · Surrey

439

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences142
  • Shoplifting87
  • Public order59

Cranleigh has less crime — 36 vs 439 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Guildford recorded substantially more crime than Cranleigh in April 2026 — 439 incidents compared to 36, a 12.2x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Guildford records significantly more (142 vs 12 incidents). Cranleigh is below the national average while Guildford is above, making Cranleigh the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cranleigh or Guildford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Cranleigh recorded fewer crimes than Guildford — 36 vs 439 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Cranleigh is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Cranleigh recorded 12 incidents of this type vs 142 in Guildford. Overall, Cranleigh had fewer total crimes (36 vs 439).

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