Guildford vs Ripley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Guildford

GU2 · Surrey

447

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

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

Ripley

GU23 · Surrey

37

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting15
  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Ripley has less crime — 37 vs 447 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Guildford recorded substantially more crime than Ripley in April 2026 — 447 incidents compared to 37, a 12.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Guildford sees higher rates of Public order (63), while Ripley has more Shoplifting (15). Guildford sits above the national average for recorded crime while Ripley is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Guildford or Ripley safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ripley recorded fewer crimes than Guildford — 37 vs 447 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Ripley is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Guildford saw higher rates of Public order while Ripley had more Shoplifting. Overall, Ripley recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 447).

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