Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BR3 · Greater London
252
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BR8 · Kent
132
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Swanley has less crime — 132 vs 252 incidents in February 2026.
Bromley recorded notably higher crime than Swanley in February 2026 — 252 vs 132 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (35), 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, Swanley recorded fewer crimes than Bromley — 132 vs 252 incidents. That is 48% fewer crimes. Bromley is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bromley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Swanley had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Swanley recorded fewer total crimes (132 vs 252).