Tenterden Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 7,226 residents, Tenterden recorded 51 crimes in October 2025, translating to one reported crime for every 142 residents over the month. This crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents places the area 7.8% below the UK average of 7.7, a narrow margin that reflects consistent performance relative to national trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.2% of all reported incidents (20 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.7%) and shoplifting (11.8%). These figures align with patterns typical of small urban centres with mixed residential and retail zones, where interpersonal conflicts and commercial crimes often dominate. October’s seasonal context—shorter days, the start of the festive season, and the Halloween period—likely contributed to heightened activity in certain categories. While the overall rate remains stable compared to historical averages, the breakdown reveals a notable concentration of violent incidents, which may partly reflect the area’s social dynamics or increased foot traffic during the month. The relatively low property crime rate (31.6% of total crimes) contrasts with UK averages, suggesting stronger local deterrence mechanisms or demographic factors such as lower housing turnover. This combination of crime types and seasonal influences offers a nuanced picture of Tenterden’s security landscape in late autumn.

October 2025 saw sharp month-on-month changes in specific crime categories, with shoplifting increasing by 500% (from 1 to 6 incidents) and violence and sexual offences rising by 66.7% (from 12 to 20). These jumps far outpaced the modest 27.4% overall rate increase from September’s 5.5 to October’s 7.1 per 1,000 residents. The surge in shoplifting, which exceeded the UK average by 27%, may be linked to Halloween-related retail activity or targeted criminal behaviour during the month’s darker evenings. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by two-thirds (from 3 to 1), and other thefts decreased by 20%, suggesting temporary shifts in criminal priorities. Tenterden’s criminal damage and arson rate (0.8 per 1,000) was 43% above the UK average, while public order offences (0.4 per 1,000) were 25% below, indicating a mixed performance across categories. Residents might find the 500% shoplifting increase particularly concerning, as it highlights vulnerabilities in local retail security during high-traffic periods. The volatility in specific crime types underscores the need for targeted interventions, even as the area maintains a broadly stable overall rate.

Tenterden’s crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents in October 2025 marks a 27.4% increase from September’s 5.5 per 1,000, reflecting a significant upward shift in just one month. This rise translates to roughly 2 crimes per day locally, a figure that, while modest, highlights the potential for rapid fluctuations in a small community. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime for every 142 residents illustrates the frequency of incidents in a context where even minor changes can feel substantial. Comparing Tenterden’s performance to the UK average, the area’s overall rate remains narrowly below the national benchmark, but specific categories like shoplifting and criminal damage show marked deviations. The 500% increase in shoplifting alone suggests that local retail environments may be particularly susceptible to seasonal spikes, a pattern consistent with other small towns during festive periods. Meanwhile, the 64% deficit in drug-related crimes compared to the UK average hints at differences in local demographics or policing effectiveness. These comparisons reveal both strengths and vulnerabilities, emphasizing the need for tailored approaches to crime prevention in Tenterden’s unique socio-economic context.