Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CR2 · Greater London
94
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
GU2 · Surrey
412
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Croydon has less crime — 94 vs 412 incidents in February 2026.
Guildford recorded substantially more crime than Croydon in February 2026 — 412 incidents compared to 94, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Croydon sees higher rates of Drugs (8), while Guildford has more Public order (42). Croydon is below the national average while Guildford is above, making Croydon the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Croydon recorded fewer crimes than Guildford — 94 vs 412 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Croydon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Croydon saw higher rates of Drugs while Guildford had more Public order. Overall, Croydon recorded fewer total crimes (94 vs 412).