Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU1 · Surrey
439
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CR4 · Greater London
434
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Merton has less crime — 434 vs 439 incidents in April 2026.
Guildford and Merton recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 439 and 434 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Guildford sees higher rates of Shoplifting (87) and Public order (59), while Merton has more Anti-social behaviour (119) and Criminal damage & arson (37). 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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Based on April 2026 Police data, Merton recorded fewer crimes than Guildford — 434 vs 439 incidents. That is 1% fewer crimes. Guildford is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Guildford saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Merton had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Merton recorded fewer total crimes (434 vs 439).