Herne Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Herne’s crime profile in November 2025, accounting for nearly 60% of all reported incidents. This category, at 2.3 per 1,000, was 11% below the UK average for violent crime, a figure that underscores the area’s relatively low exposure to such offences. The overall crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 was 46.6% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national figure of 7.3 per 1,000. This disparity may be partly attributed to Herne’s status as a built-up area within Canterbury, where community cohesion and local policing strategies could contribute to lower rates of violent crime. Seasonal factors also played a role, with the dark evenings of November reducing opportunities for theft and other daylight-dependent crimes. However, the area saw a sharp rise in criminal damage and arson, which may be linked to Bonfire Night celebrations. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common category.5 per 1,000 was 53% below the UK average. This suggests that while Herne is not immune to disruptive incidents, its residents may benefit from a combination of effective local initiatives and a lower population density compared to larger urban centres. The overall picture illustrates a balance between persistent challenges in certain crime categories and the area’s broader success in maintaining a crime rate significantly below the national average.

November saw a 150% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 2 to 5 incidents. This spike may partly explain the overall shift in crime mix, as property-related offences accounted for 27% of total crimes—lower than the previous month’s 37%. Violent crimes, however, remained the dominant category, contributing 59.3% of all incidents, and were 11% below the UK average for this category. The sharp 66.7% decline in shoplifting and burglary—both falling from 3 to 1—suggests a possible seasonal effect linked to shorter shopping hours during darker evenings. The area’s drug-related crime rate was 61% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 16% above the UK average for possession of weapons. These divergent trends highlight the combination of local factors, such as community engagement initiatives or targeted policing efforts, that may be influencing crime patterns.

Herne's crime rate in November 2025 fell by 22.8% compared to the previous month, reflecting a notable downward trend. This decline aligns with a broader pattern of reduced crime across multiple categories, including shoplifting, burglary, and drug-related incidents, which all saw significant decreases. The daily crime count stood at approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for continued vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 255 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When contextualised against the population of 13,773, this suggests that the majority of residents experience minimal direct interaction with crime. The contrast with the UK average, where crime rates are nearly double, further reinforces the area’s position as a comparatively safer environment. This population-scaled perspective is crucial for residents seeking to understand their personal risk and for local authorities evaluating the effectiveness of current safety measures.