Tenterden Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Tenterden's June 2023 crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents stands 31.8% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This marked discrepancy highlights a distinct crime profile compared to national trends, particularly in the distribution of offence types. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 54.8% of the 42 total crimes recorded (23 cases), a share significantly higher than the UK average for this category (2.9 per 1,000). The second most common offence, criminal damage and arson (6 cases), also exceeds the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) by 25%. These figures suggest a concentration of interpersonal and property-related incidents in the area. The seasonal context of June—as the start of summer and the beginning of tourist activity in rural Kent—may partly explain patterns in violent crime, though the low overall rate contrasts with typical increases seen in coastal or urban centres during this period. Anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, both below the UK average, indicate a relatively stable environment for public order. The data also reveals a stark imbalance in crime distribution, with violent offences far outpacing property crimes (23 vs 11), a contrast to many UK areas where property crime often dominates.

June 2023 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with robbery, drugs, and public order offences each doubling from their May totals, though these increases were limited to single incidents. Conversely, other theft offences dropped by 80% (from 5 to 1), and anti-social behaviour fell by 50% (from 6 to 3), suggesting targeted interventions or seasonal factors influencing specific categories. The breakdown of crime types reveals a striking divergence from the UK average: while violence and sexual offences are 10% above the national rate, anti-social behaviour is 73% below, and shoplifting is 26% below. This mix underscores a unique local dynamic, where personal safety concerns coexist with low levels of disorderly conduct. For residents, the 100% increase in robbery cases—a jump from zero to one incident—may raise immediate concerns, particularly given the small population (7,226) and the relatively low overall crime rate. These fluctuations, though statistically significant, remain within the context of Tenterden's historically low crime environment.

Tenterden's June 2023 crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents marks a 6.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.2, continuing a downward trend that aligns with the area's consistently low crime profile. On a daily basis, the 42 total crimes recorded over 30 days equate to roughly one crime per day, a figure that would be considered exceptionally low in many UK towns. Monthly exposure data further illustrates this safety: over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 172 residents, a ratio that highlights the area's effectiveness in maintaining public safety despite the presence of violent offences. When scaled to the local population, these figures offer a tangible perspective for residents: the likelihood of encountering crime in Tenterden is far lower than in the UK average, with the 31.8% deficit in the overall rate reflecting systemic factors such as community cohesion, policing strategies, or the area's rural character. The contrast between Tenterden's crime statistics and those of larger urban centres—where property crime often dominates—suggests that the built-up area within Ashford may benefit from a combination of low population density, limited nightlife activity, and strong local governance, all of which contribute to its distinctive crime profile.