Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CR2 · Greater London
94
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BR8 · Kent
132
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Croydon has less crime — 94 vs 132 incidents in February 2026.
Swanley saw somewhat more crime than Croydon in February 2026 (132 vs 94 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Croydon sees higher rates of Drugs (8), while Swanley has more Criminal damage & arson (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Croydon recorded fewer crimes than Swanley — 94 vs 132 incidents. That is 29% 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 Swanley had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Croydon recorded fewer total crimes (94 vs 132).