Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT9 · Kent
384
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BR8 · Kent
132
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Swanley has less crime — 132 vs 384 incidents in February 2026.
Margate recorded substantially more crime than Swanley in February 2026 — 384 incidents compared to 132, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Margate sees higher rates of Shoplifting (36), while Swanley has more Criminal damage & arson (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on February 2026 Police data, Swanley recorded fewer crimes than Margate — 132 vs 384 incidents. That is 66% fewer crimes. Margate is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Margate saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Swanley had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Swanley recorded fewer total crimes (132 vs 384).