Tenterden Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Tenterden's crime rate in July 2023 remained 22.9% below the UK average, standing at 6.4 per 1,000 residents. This sustained safety, despite a 9.6% monthly increase from June, underscores the area's unique crime profile. The top crime types were violence and sexual offences (41.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (15.2%) and shoplifting (10.9%). The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and tourism—likely influenced these patterns. For instance, the 17.4% decrease in violence and sexual offences may reflect reduced public gatherings during the day or increased community cohesion during festivals. Conversely, the surge in anti-social behaviour could be linked to extended evenings and increased foot traffic in local areas. Shoplifting rates, though modest, exceeded the UK average by 17%, due to the presence of retail hubs or tourist activity in the built-up area. The balance between property crimes (39%) and violent crimes (41.3%) suggests a relatively stable environment, with no single category dominating the crime mix. This equilibrium may be characteristic of Tenterden's small-scale, community-oriented nature, where crime prevention efforts and local engagement play a critical role in maintaining low rates. The data also reveals that criminal damage and arson fell by 33.3%, linked to improved environmental management or seasonal factors such as drier weather reducing fire risks. These trends, while not definitive, align with the area's geographic and demographic profile as a quieter, less densely populated region compared to major urban centres.

July saw a 17.4% reduction in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 23 to 19 incidents. This decline may partly explain the area's continued safety relative to the UK average, particularly as summer festivals and tourism peak. However, anti-social behaviour surged by 133.3%, with cases rising from 3 to 7, a shift that contrasts with the overall downward trend. Burglary also doubled, increasing from 0 to 3, though this remains below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Shoplifting in Tenterden (0.7 per 1,000) exceeded the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) by 17%, suggesting retail areas may be a focal point for such crimes. Conversely, public order offences fell by 50%, from 2 to 1, a decline that could reflect improved community policing or seasonal shifts in activity.

Tenterden's crime rate in July 2023 rose by 9.6% compared to June's 5.8 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. Despite this, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, with 22.9% fewer crimes per 1,000 residents. Daily crime statistics show an average of one reported crime per day in July, a figure that may appear low but aligns with the area's character as a relatively quiet built-up zone. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 157 residents, underscoring the rarity of incidents in a community of 7,226 people. This monthly exposure rate, while modest, highlights the importance of maintaining local vigilance, particularly in areas where seasonal activity could influence crime patterns. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Tenterden's crime environment is distinct from larger urban centres, where higher density often correlates with elevated rates.