Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CR2 · Greater London
94
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
GU10 · Surrey
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Farnham has less crime — 38 vs 94 incidents in February 2026.
Croydon recorded notably higher crime than Farnham in February 2026 — 94 vs 38 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Croydon sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (16) and Drugs (8), while Farnham has more Shoplifting (5) and Other theft (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Farnham recorded fewer crimes than Croydon — 38 vs 94 incidents. That is 60% fewer crimes. Farnham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Croydon saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Drugs while Farnham had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Farnham recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 94).