Croydon vs Guildford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Croydon

CR7 · Greater London

727

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences236
  • Anti-social behaviour138
  • Vehicle crime78

Guildford

GU2 · Surrey

447

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences171
  • Public order63
  • Anti-social behaviour47

Guildford has less crime — 447 vs 727 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Croydon recorded notably higher crime than Guildford in April 2026 — 727 vs 447 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Croydon sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (78), while Guildford has more Public order (63). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Croydon or Guildford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Guildford recorded fewer crimes than Croydon — 447 vs 727 incidents. That is 39% fewer crimes. Croydon is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Croydon saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Guildford had more Public order. Overall, Guildford recorded fewer total crimes (447 vs 727).

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