Tenterden Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 marked a notable shift in Tenterden’s crime profile, with vehicle crime surging by 500% to become one of the most unexpected developments of the month. The area’s overall crime rate stood at 9.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 19.7% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure highlights Tenterden’s distinct position compared to national trends, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour (1.4 per 1,000) and shoplifting (1.0 per 1,000), both of which are significantly higher than the UK averages. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and shorter evenings—likely influenced these patterns. For example, the sharp decline in shoplifting (from 13 to 7) may reflect reduced foot traffic after the peak of the holiday sales period, while the rise in anti-social behaviour could be tied to increased social gatherings in the evenings. Violence and sexual offences. compared to October, remain 1% above the UK average, suggesting persistent challenges in addressing violent crime. The area’s built-up nature within Ashford may contribute to higher rates of property-related crimes such as vehicle crime and criminal damage, which are 82% and 40% above the UK average, respectively. These figures underscore the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas with high retail or community activity. The seasonal factors of November—dark evenings and the timing of festive events—may have amplified certain crime types, but the data also indicates that not all categories followed expected trends, making this month’s report a complex snapshot of local dynamics.

November 2024 saw a startling 500% increase in vehicle crime, rising from one reported incident to six. This jump far outpaces other changes and may be linked to seasonal factors such as colder weather encouraging more vehicle-related activities or increased anti-theft measures prompting more reports. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 46.2%, dropping from 13 to 7, possibly due to the Black Friday shopping period concluding earlier in the month. Violence and sexual offences also decreased by 17.4%, though they remain 1% above the UK average at 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, both up by 400% from previous figures, highlight ongoing challenges in community management. Other crime—such as unclassified incidents—rose by 400%, indicating gaps in data categorisation or emerging patterns requiring further attention.

Tenterden's crime rate in November 2024 rose to 9.1 per 1,000 residents, a 24.6% increase from the previous month’s 7.3 per 1,000. This means that over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 109 residents, a figure that reflects the area’s relatively high exposure compared to the UK average. Daily crime statistics show that on average, two crimes were reported each day in November—a rate that, while modest in absolute terms, underscores the persistent nature of local issues. The population context is also key: with 7,226 residents, even small shifts in crime numbers can have noticeable impacts on community safety perceptions. While the UK average offers a benchmark, Tenterden’s unique blend of rural and built-up characteristics may contribute to its distinct crime profile, particularly in categories like vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour, which remain high compared to national trends.