Croydon vs Midhurst — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Croydon

CR0 · Greater London

684

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences186
  • Anti-social behaviour158
  • Shoplifting99

Midhurst

GU29 · West Sussex

40

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour10
  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Vehicle crime5

Midhurst has less crime — 40 vs 684 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Croydon recorded substantially more crime than Midhurst in April 2026 — 684 incidents compared to 40, a 17.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Croydon sees higher rates of Shoplifting (99), while Midhurst has more Vehicle crime (5). Croydon sits above the national average for recorded crime while Midhurst is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Croydon or Midhurst safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Midhurst recorded fewer crimes than Croydon — 40 vs 684 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Midhurst is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Croydon saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Midhurst had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Midhurst recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 684).

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