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Waltham Forest crime rate

Barking and Dagenham, Barnet, Bexley, Brent, Camden, Enfield, Greenwich, Hackney, Hammersmith and Fulham, Haringey, Havering, Islington, Kensington and Chelsea, Lambeth, Lewisham, London Boroughs, Newham, Redbridge, Southwark, Tower Hamlets, Waltham Forest, Wandsworth, Westminster /

Crime rating – medium.
Waltham Forest ranks 17th out of 25 nearby boroughs/local administrative districts for crime rate.
In 2023, there were 30929 crime incidents reported.
As per the latest census, Waltham Forest has a population of 278425.
This equates to a crime rate of 111.09 per 1000 residents.
This crime rate represents an increase of 3.31 % compared to previous year. It also puts
Waltham Forest in 21st position
out of the 33 London boroughs.

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Maidstone crime rate

Barking and Dagenham, Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, Havering, South East, Sutton /

Overview of Maidstone crime rate

Maidstone’s crime severity is categorized as medium, placing it 12th among 25 comparable areas in terms of crime incidence. In the year 2023, the district recorded 17,523 criminal incidents. With a population of 175,782, this results in a crime rate of 99.69 per 1,000 people, indicating a 3.79% reduction from the previous year.

The most frequently reported crimes in Maidstone were Violence and sexual offences (39.4%), Anti-social behaviour (13.8%), and Criminal damage and arson (10.0%). The least common were Theft from the person (0.7%), Bicycle theft (0.6%), and Robbery (0.4%).

Of Maidstone’s 26 wards, the ones with the highest crime figures are High Street (Maidstone) (302.1), Park Wood (154.2), and Heath (Maidstone) (134.4), whereas the safest are Allington (46.0), Loose (39.6), and Bearsted (33.0).

Considering postcode districts overlapping Maidstone, ME7 (154.1), ME14 (123.9), and ME15 (114.0) exhibit the highest crime rates. The safest areas are identified as ME17 (70.4), TN17 (61.0), and ME18 (60.0).

In Maidstone, there has been an increase in Anti-social behaviour by 8.59% since 2020, Criminal damage and arson by 1.54% since 2021, Other theft by 1.67% since 2022, Shoplifting by 1.55% since 2023, and Violence and sexual offences by 3.94% since 2021. On the other hand, there has been a decrease in Anti-social behaviour by 7.21% since 2021, Burglary by 1.89% since 2020, Criminal damage and arson by 1.8% since 2020, Other theft by 2.35% since 2020, Shoplifting by 1.68% since 2020, Vehicle crime by 1.64% since 2020, and Violence and sexual offences by 4% since 2023.

Maidstone crime incidents by crime type

A total of 17523 crime incidents were reported in 2023. Below is the breakdown by crime type.
  • Violence and sexual offences – 6903 (39.4)%
  • Anti-social behaviour – 2415 (13.8)%
  • Criminal damage and arson – 1744 (10.0)%
  • Other theft – 1328 (7.6)%
  • Shoplifting – 1212 (6.9)%
  • Public order – 1103 (6.3)%
  • Vehicle crime – 833 (4.8)%
  • Burglary – 553 (3.2)%
  • Other crime – 534 (3.0)%
  • Drugs – 455 (2.6)%
  • Possession of weapons – 164 (0.9)%
  • Theft from the person – 114 (0.7)%
  • Bicycle theft – 102 (0.6)%
  • Robbery – 63 (0.4)%

How does Maidstone compare against nearby areas ?

Maidstone ranks 12th when compared against 25 nearby boroughs/local administrative districts.

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Crime rates in postcode districts under Maidstone

There are 13 postcode districts/outcodes under or overlapping with Maidstone. Highest crime rates in ME7, ME14, ME15 .

  • ME7 – 154.1
  • ME14 – 123.9
  • ME15 – 114.0
  • ME16 – 94.8
  • ME13 – 87.8
  • ME5 – 86.9
  • ME20 – 84.5
  • ME9 – 75.2
  • TN27 – 73.0
  • TN12 – 71.4
  • ME17 – 70.4
  • TN17 – 61.0
  • ME18 – 60.0

Postcode districts in Maidstone

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TN12
ME14
ME13
ME15
ME17
ME5
ME16
ME9
TN27
ME18
ME20
ME7
ME99
TN17

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Slough crime rate

Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith and Fulham, Harrow, Hillingdon, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Kingston upon Thames, Richmond upon Thames, South East, Wandsworth /

Overview of Slough crime rate

Slough stands prominently with a high crime rating, securing the 4th position among 25 neighboring boroughs for its crime rate. This bustling town, known for its economic vibrancy and diversity, reported 18,752 crime incidents in 2023, among a population of 158,500. This figures to a crime rate of 118.31 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a modest decrease of 2.63% compared to the prior year, indicating a positive trend towards enhancing public safety.

In Slough, the landscape of crime is heavily influenced by Violence and sexual offences, which constitute 38.4% of all reported incidents. This is followed by Vehicle crime and Public order offences, highlighting specific areas of concern for the local community and law enforcement. In contrast, crimes such as Other crime, Robbery, and Possession of weapons, though present, occur less frequently, underscoring their relative rarity within the town’s overall crime profile.

With 15 wards, Slough reveals a diverse safety landscape across its different neighborhoods. The wards of Central (Slough), Chalvey, and Foxborough witness higher crime rates, pinpointing areas where targeted interventions could foster significant improvements in safety. Conversely, Baylis and Stoke, Cippenham Green, and Haymill and Lynch Hill stand out for their lower crime rates, offering a sense of security and community to their residents.

Delving into Slough’s postcode districts, SL1, SL3, and SL2 are marked by higher crime rates, whereas SL4, SL0, and SL6 are characterized by the lowest crime rates, showcasing a variance in safety that underscores the complexity of addressing crime within the town.

Slough, with its rich tapestry of cultures and strong economic foundations, is on a trajectory towards reducing crime and enhancing the well-being of its residents, illustrating a community in transformation, committed to ensuring a safer, more inclusive environment for all.

In Slough, crime trends have exhibited significant variations. Public order offences increased by 2.92% in 2020 and saw a further increase of 7.16% in 2021, but then decreased by 1.52% in 2022 and 3.55% in 2023. Vehicle crime rose by 2.2% in 2022, after a decrease of 2.07% in 2021. Violence and sexual offences increased by 5.82% in 2020 and by 5.43% in 2021. Conversely, Anti-social behaviour saw a reduction of 2.6% in 2022 and 1.96% in 2023, and Other theft decreased by 1.66% in 2020.

Slough crime incidents by crime type

A total of 18752 crime incidents were reported in 2023. Below is the breakdown by crime type.
  • Violence and sexual offences – 7196 (38.4)%
  • Vehicle crime – 2081 (11.1)%
  • Public order – 1595 (8.5)%
  • Anti-social behaviour – 1574 (8.4)%
  • Other theft – 1558 (8.3)%
  • Criminal damage and arson – 1506 (8.0)%
  • Shoplifting – 789 (4.2)%
  • Burglary – 620 (3.3)%
  • Drugs – 487 (2.6)%
  • Bicycle theft – 357 (1.9)%
  • Theft from the person – 331 (1.8)%
  • Other crime – 232 (1.2)%
  • Robbery – 229 (1.2)%
  • Possession of weapons – 197 (1.1)%

How does Slough compare against nearby areas ?

Slough ranks 4th when compared against 25 nearby boroughs/local administrative districts.

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Crime rates in Slough wards

There are 15 wards within Slough. Central (Slough), Chalvey, Foxborough has highest crime rate (crime per 1000 residents). Below map shows 2023 crime rates broken down by crime types.

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Crime rates in postcode districts under Slough

There are 6 postcode districts/outcodes under or overlapping with Slough. Highest crime rates in SL1, SL3, SL2 .

  • SL1 – 135.7
  • SL3 – 101.5
  • SL2 – 90.6
  • SL4 – 84.2
  • SL0 – 80.9
  • SL6 – 73.0

Postcode districts in Slough

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SL2
SL3
SL4
SL95
SL1
SL0
SL6

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Folkestone and Hythe crime rate

Bexley, Bromley, South East /

Overview of Folkestone and Hythe crime rate

Folkestone and Hythe carries a medium crime rating, ranking 15th among 25 adjacent boroughs in terms of crime rates. The year 2023 recorded 10,174 criminal incidents, with a population of 109,758, leading to a crime rate of 92.69 per 1,000 inhabitants, marking an 11.67% decrease from the previous year.
The predominant crime categories in Folkestone and Hythe are Violence and sexual offences (44.1%), Anti-social behaviour (13.6%), and Criminal damage and arson (8.9%). The least frequent crimes include Theft from the person (0.5%), Bicycle theft (0.4%), and Robbery (0.4%).
Within its 13 wards, Folkestone and Hythe demonstrates varying crime levels. The wards experiencing the highest crime rates are Folkestone Central (260.7), Broadmead (141.6), and Folkestone Harbour (114.2), whereas the safest are Sandgate & West Folkestone (45.5), Hythe Rural (43.8), and North Downs West (39.2).
In terms of postcode districts within or overlapping with Folkestone and Hythe, the highest crime rates are observed in CT16 (183.7), CT20 (152.4), and CT19 (107.2), with the safest being CT15 (52.7), TN25 (50.1), and CT4 (49.8).
In Folkestone and Hythe, there was a significant increase in Anti-social behaviour and a moderate rise in Violence and sexual offences in 2020 and 2021. However, these trends reversed, with Anti-social behaviour experiencing substantial decreases from 2021 through 2023, and Violence and sexual offences also declining in 2023. Additionally, there were reductions in Burglary, Criminal damage and arson, Other theft, and Shoplifting, indicating a general trend towards decreasing crime rates in the area.

Folkestone and Hythe crime incidents by crime type

A total of 10174 crime incidents were reported in 2023. Below is the breakdown by crime type.
  • Violence and sexual offences – 4484 (44.1)%
  • Anti-social behaviour – 1379 (13.6)%
  • Criminal damage and arson – 905 (8.9)%
  • Other theft – 689 (6.8)%
  • Public order – 617 (6.1)%
  • Shoplifting – 525 (5.2)%
  • Drugs – 390 (3.8)%
  • Burglary – 331 (3.3)%
  • Other crime – 316 (3.1)%
  • Vehicle crime – 310 (3.0)%
  • Possession of weapons – 99 (1.0)%
  • Theft from the person – 46 (0.5)%
  • Bicycle theft – 42 (0.4)%
  • Robbery – 41 (0.4)%

How does Folkestone and Hythe compare against nearby areas ?

Folkestone and Hythe ranks 15th when compared against 25 nearby boroughs/local administrative districts.

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Crime rates in Folkestone and Hythe wards

There are 13 wards within Folkestone and Hythe. Folkestone Central, Broadmead, Folkestone Harbour has highest crime rate (crime per 1000 residents). Below map shows 2023 crime rates broken down by crime types.

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Crime rates in postcode districts under Folkestone and Hythe

There are 12 postcode districts/outcodes under or overlapping with Folkestone and Hythe. Highest crime rates in CT16, CT20, CT19 .

  • CT16 – 183.7
  • CT20 – 152.4
  • CT19 – 107.2
  • TN31 – 74.9
  • TN28 – 70.4
  • TN29 – 67.8
  • CT18 – 61.4
  • CT21 – 59.1
  • TN26 – 53.0
  • CT15 – 52.7
  • TN25 – 50.1
  • CT4 – 49.8

Postcode districts in Folkestone and Hythe

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CT19
CT20
CT21
CT4
TN25
TN26
TN28
TN29
TN31
CT50
CT18
CT15
CT16

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Thanet crime rate

Brent, South East /

Overview of Thanet crime rate

Crime level – high.

Ranking 1st among 25 neighboring boroughs for its crime rates, Thanet witnessed 18,242 criminal incidents in 2023. With a population of 140,587, this translates to a crime rate of 129.76 incidents per 1,000 inhabitants, indicating a 7.37% reduction from the previous year.

Predominant crime categories in Thanet include Violence and sexual offences (42.8%), Anti-social behaviour (14.0%), Criminal damage and arson (9.1%), while the least prevalent were Possession of weapons (0.8%), Theft from the person (0.6%), Robbery (0.6%).

Thanet is divided into 23 wards, with Margate Central (370.6), Central Harbour (192.0), Eastcliff (Thanet) (191.6) reporting the highest crime rates. Conversely, the safest wards include Cliffsend and Pegwell (57.8), Kingsgate (39.2), Birchington North (28.1) .

In terms of Postcode districts overlapping with Thanet, CT9 (168.5), CT11 (141.9), CT12 (131.7) have the highest crime rates. The safest districts are CT13 (86.0), CT8 (76.8), CT7 (60.2) .

In Thanet, there has been a dynamic change in crime rates over the past few years. The area experienced an increase in Anti-social behaviour by 9.24% in 2020, Shoplifting by 2.83% in 2022, and Violence and sexual offences by 3.78% in 2021. However, there was a notable decrease in Anti-social behaviour by -8.22% in 2021 and -9.75% in 2022, Burglary by -2.05% in 2020, Criminal damage and arson by -2.48% in 2020 and -2.31% in 2023, Other theft by -2.67% in 2020, Public order offences by -2.02% in 2020, -2.17% in 2022, and -2% in 2023, Vehicle crime by -3.18% in 2020 and -2.29% in 2021, and Violence and sexual offences by -3.01% in 2020, -3.43% in 2022, and -5.57% in 2023.

Thanet crime incidents by crime type

A total of 18242 crime incidents were reported in 2023. Below is the breakdown by crime type.
  • Violence and sexual offences – 7806 (42.8)%
  • Anti-social behaviour – 2546 (14.0)%
  • Criminal damage and arson – 1651 (9.1)%
  • Shoplifting – 1313 (7.2)%
  • Other theft – 1151 (6.3)%
  • Public order – 1026 (5.6)%
  • Vehicle crime – 653 (3.6)%
  • Drugs – 600 (3.3)%
  • Burglary – 486 (2.7)%
  • Other crime – 465 (2.5)%
  • Bicycle theft – 174 (1.0)%
  • Possession of weapons – 150 (0.8)%
  • Theft from the person – 114 (0.6)%
  • Robbery – 107 (0.6)%

How does Thanet compare against nearby areas ?

Thanet ranks 1st when compared against 25 nearby boroughs/local administrative districts.

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Crime rates in postcode districts under Thanet

There are 7 postcode districts/outcodes under or overlapping with Thanet. Highest crime rates in CT9, CT11, CT12 .

  • CT9 – 168.5
  • CT11 – 141.9
  • CT12 – 131.7
  • CT10 – 95.1
  • CT13 – 86.0
  • CT8 – 76.8
  • CT7 – 60.2

Postcode districts in Thanet

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CT7
CT8
CT9
CT10
CT11
CT12
CT13

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