Croydon vs Guildford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Croydon

CR9 · Greater London

1,318

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences340
  • Anti-social behaviour282
  • Shoplifting195

Guildford

GU1 · Surrey

439

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences142
  • Shoplifting87
  • Public order59

Guildford has less crime — 439 vs 1,318 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Croydon recorded substantially more crime than Guildford in April 2026 — 1,318 incidents compared to 439, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Croydon sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (282), while Guildford has more Public order (59). 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 — 439 vs 1,318 incidents. That is 67% 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 Anti-social behaviour while Guildford had more Public order. Overall, Guildford recorded fewer total crimes (439 vs 1,318).

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