Croydon vs Woking — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Croydon

CR2 · Greater London

123

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences36
  • Vehicle crime18
  • Anti-social behaviour17

Woking

GU21 · Surrey

183

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences58
  • Anti-social behaviour40
  • Shoplifting23

Croydon has less crime — 123 vs 183 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Woking saw somewhat more crime than Croydon in April 2026 (183 vs 123 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Croydon sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (18), while Woking has more Shoplifting (23). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Croydon or Woking safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Croydon recorded fewer crimes than Woking — 123 vs 183 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Croydon saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Woking had more Shoplifting. Overall, Croydon recorded fewer total crimes (123 vs 183).

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