Whitfield Dover Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2023, Whitfield (Dover) recorded 37 crimes for a population of 5,867, equating to a crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents. This rate is 25.9% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, marking one of the lowest crime rates in the region. The top three crime categories were other theft (10 incidents, 27% of total), violence and sexual offences (10 incidents, 27% of total), and shoplifting (8 incidents, 21.6% of total). These figures align with the seasonal context of June, the start of summer, when tourism begins to pick up in Dover’s coastal area. The sharp rise in other theft and shoplifting may be consistent with increased foot traffic and the opening of retail spaces. Violence and sexual offences, while high in volume, are 42% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community policing or demographic characteristics—may contribute to this disparity. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson were both significantly below UK averages, reflecting the area’s built-up nature and the presence of local initiatives addressing disorder. The crime profile of Whitfield in June highlights a combination of seasonal activity and local conditions, with certain categories like other theft and shoplifting emerging as key concerns for residents and authorities.

June 2023 saw a dramatic 233.3% increase in other theft, rising from 3 to 10 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in both possession of weapons and drugs, indicates a notable shift in the crime mix. Other theft, now accounting for 27% of all crimes, is 162% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000, suggesting a localised pattern that may relate to seasonal activity or unmet demand for certain items. Conversely, public order offences fell by 66.7%, and anti-social behaviour dropped by 62.5%, likely reflecting the start of summer and increased outdoor activity reducing tensions in public spaces. Shoplifting, though remaining a significant concern (21.6% of all crimes), is 159% above the UK average, potentially linked to the influx of tourists and longer daylight hours in Dover’s coastal context.

Whitfield (Dover) recorded 37 crimes in June 2023, translating to 1 reported crime per day over the month. This equates to roughly one crime for every 159 residents, a monthly aggregate figure that contextualises the scale of activity relative to the area’s population of 5,867. The crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents marks an 11.9% decrease from the previous month’s 7.2 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend in overall criminal activity. When compared to the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, Whitfield’s rate is 25.9% lower, underscoring its comparatively safer profile. This population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the 37 total crimes, the local community experiences a significantly lower level of crime than the national average. For residents, this means that the likelihood of encountering crime in Whitfield is lower than in other parts of the UK, though the specific nature of incidents—such as the sharp rise in other theft—demands closer attention.