Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CR4 · Greater London
432
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
GU22 · Surrey
208
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Woking has less crime — 208 vs 432 incidents in February 2026.
Merton recorded notably higher crime than Woking in February 2026 — 432 vs 208 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Merton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (94) and Public order (37), while Woking has more Shoplifting (32) and Other theft (25). 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 February 2026 Police data, Woking recorded fewer crimes than Merton — 208 vs 432 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Merton is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Merton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Woking had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Woking recorded fewer total crimes (208 vs 432).