Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CR5 · Greater London
89
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
GU22 · Surrey
208
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Croydon has less crime — 89 vs 208 incidents in February 2026.
Woking recorded notably higher crime than Croydon in February 2026 — 208 vs 89 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Croydon sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (13) and Anti-social behaviour (10), while Woking has more Shoplifting (32) and Other theft (25). Croydon is below the national average while Woking 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 Woking — 89 vs 208 incidents. That is 57% 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 Vehicle crime and Anti-social behaviour while Woking had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Croydon recorded fewer total crimes (89 vs 208).