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Safety scores are calculated using official crime data from data.police.uk. Scores range from 0-100, where 100 is the safest. The score considers total crime volume, crime types, and population density.

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Bromley Common and Holwood vs Petts Wood and Knoll

Q: Is Bromley Common and Holwood or Petts Wood and Knoll safer?

Based on the latest crime data from July 2026, Petts Wood and Knoll and Bromley Common and Holwood have been compared using official police statistics. Check the safety scores above to see which area has lower crime rates.

London crime comparison • July 2026

🏆 Safer Neighbourhood

Bromley Common and Holwood

Score 44/100

Bromley Common and Holwood

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Petts Wood and Knoll

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Comparison Summary

When comparing Bromley Common and Holwood and Petts Wood and Knoll, Bromley Common and Holwood is safer than Petts Wood and Knoll. Bromley Common and Holwood has a safety score of 44/100, which is considered average for London. Petts Wood and Knoll scores 40/100, rated as average.

The 4-point difference suggests similar crime levels in both areas. These scores are based on official Metropolitan Police crime data from July 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is safer, Bromley Common and Holwood or Petts Wood and Knoll?

Bromley Common and Holwood is safer with a score of 44/100 compared to Petts Wood and Knoll's 40/100.

Is Bromley Common and Holwood a safe place to live?

Bromley Common and Holwood has a safety score of 44/100, which is average compared to other London neighbourhoods. It has average crime levels for the area.

How are these safety scores calculated?

Safety scores are based on official crime data from the Metropolitan Police. Each neighbourhood is ranked against all other UK neighbourhoods, with 100 being the safest and 0 the least safe. Scores account for violent crime, property crime, and anti-social behaviour.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bromley Common and Holwood or Petts Wood and Knoll safer?

Compare the safety scores above to see which area has lower crime rates based on official July 2026 data from data.police.uk.

How are safety scores calculated?

Scores range from 0-100 (100 = safest) and consider total crime volume, crime types, and area demographics using official UK police data.

How often is the data updated?

Crime data is updated monthly from the UK Police API. Our latest data covers July 2026.

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