Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CR2 · Greater London
94
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
GU21 · Surrey
163
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Croydon has less crime — 94 vs 163 incidents in February 2026.
Woking recorded notably higher crime than Croydon in February 2026 — 163 vs 94 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Croydon sees higher rates of Drugs (8), while Woking has more Shoplifting (32). 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 Woking — 94 vs 163 incidents. That is 42% 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 Woking had more Shoplifting. Overall, Croydon recorded fewer total crimes (94 vs 163).