Guildford vs Woking — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Guildford

GU4 · Surrey

56

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences22
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Other theft7

Woking

GU21 · Surrey

183

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Guildford has less crime — 56 vs 183 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Woking recorded substantially more crime than Guildford in April 2026 — 183 incidents compared to 56, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Guildford sees higher rates of Other theft (7), 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 Guildford or Woking safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Guildford recorded fewer crimes than Woking — 56 vs 183 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Guildford is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Guildford saw higher rates of Other theft while Woking had more Shoplifting. Overall, Guildford recorded fewer total crimes (56 vs 183).

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