Orpington vs St Mary Cray
London crime comparison • January 2026
🏆 Safer Neighbourhood
Orpington
Score 33/100
Comparison Summary
When comparing Orpington and St Mary Cray, Orpington is safer than St Mary Cray. Orpington has a safety score of 33/100, which is considered below average for London. St Mary Cray scores 30/100, rated as below average.
The 3-point difference suggests similar crime levels in both areas. These scores are based on official Metropolitan Police crime data from January 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is safer, Orpington or St Mary Cray?
Orpington is safer with a score of 33/100 compared to St Mary Cray's 30/100.
Is Orpington a safe place to live?
Orpington has a safety score of 33/100, which is below average compared to other London neighbourhoods.
Extra caution is advised in this 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.