Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT8 · Kent
81
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BR8 · Kent
132
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Margate has less crime — 81 vs 132 incidents in February 2026.
Swanley recorded notably higher crime than Margate in February 2026 — 132 vs 81 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Margate sees higher rates of Other theft (7), while Swanley has more Criminal damage & arson (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Margate recorded fewer crimes than Swanley — 81 vs 132 incidents. That is 39% fewer crimes. Margate is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Margate saw higher rates of Other theft while Swanley had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Margate recorded fewer total crimes (81 vs 132).