The question of how the crime rate in Darenth compares to the overall Dartford area is a valid concern for residents. The data indicates that Darenth, a Built-Up Area (BUA) within Dartford, exhibits a crime rate significantly higher than both the UK average and its immediate neighbours.
Darenth’s crime rate stands at 143.3 incidents per 1,000 residents. This is substantially above the UK national average of 91.6 incidents per 1,000 people. To put this in perspective, nearby areas demonstrate considerably lower rates: South Darenth and Sutton at Hone report a crime rate of 58.5 per 1,000, Bean registers 73.1 per 1,000, Hawley (Dartford) shows 57.2 per 1,000, and Stone (Dartford) has a rate of 64.3 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights that Darenth faces a disproportionately higher level of crime compared to its local surroundings.
Furthermore, Darenth’s safety score is 70 out of 100, which is below the UK average safety score of 79. A lower safety score generally reflects a heightened perception of insecurity and a higher incidence of reported crime. It's important to note that these statistics represent reported crimes; the actual level of criminal activity may be higher.
The population of Darenth itself is relatively small, at 2763 residents. While smaller populations can sometimes skew crime rate figures, the significant difference between Darenth’s rate and that of its neighbours suggests underlying factors contributing to the higher incidence of crime in the area. These factors could include socioeconomic conditions, local policing strategies, or other community-specific issues. Further investigation into these potential causes would be required for a more comprehensive understanding.