Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CR2 · Greater London
94
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CR6 · Surrey
39
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Whyteleafe has less crime — 39 vs 94 incidents in February 2026.
Croydon recorded notably higher crime than Whyteleafe in February 2026 — 94 vs 39 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Croydon sees higher rates of Drugs (8), while Whyteleafe has more Vehicle crime (5). 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, Whyteleafe recorded fewer crimes than Croydon — 39 vs 94 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Whyteleafe 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 Whyteleafe had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Whyteleafe recorded fewer total crimes (39 vs 94).