Lindford vs Merton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Lindford

GU35 · Hampshire

123

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences50
  • Anti-social behaviour15
  • Shoplifting14

Merton

CR4 · Greater London

361

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences123
  • Anti-social behaviour83
  • Vehicle crime27

Lindford has less crime — 123 vs 361 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Merton recorded substantially more crime than Lindford in March 2026 — 361 incidents compared to 123, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lindford sees higher rates of Shoplifting (14), while Merton has more Vehicle crime (27). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lindford or Merton safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Lindford recorded fewer crimes than Merton — 123 vs 361 incidents. That is 66% fewer crimes. Merton is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Lindford and Merton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Lindford saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Merton had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Lindford recorded fewer total crimes (123 vs 361).

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