Croydon vs Woking — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Croydon

CR8 · Greater London

166

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences52
  • Anti-social behaviour31
  • Vehicle crime20

Woking

GU21 · Surrey

183

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Croydon has less crime — 166 vs 183 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Croydon and Woking recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 166 and 183 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Croydon sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (20), 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 — 166 vs 183 incidents. That is 9% 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 (166 vs 183).

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