Whitfield (Dover) Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2025, Whitfield (Dover) recorded 34 crimes across a population of 5,867 residents, translating to a crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000—28.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure highlights the relatively low volume of crime in a built-up area of Dover, a coastal town where tourism begins to peak in summer. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (17 incidents, 50% of the total), followed by anti-social behaviour (9 incidents, 26.5%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a commuter hub and small urban centre, where retail and residential activity intersect. The dominance of violent crime may reflect the concentration of population in a limited geographic area, though the rate remains 1% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour, however, was 6% above the UK average, a trend that may be influenced by the influx of visitors during the summer months. Other theft and property crimes were lower than average, with shoplifting and public order offences both 66% below the UK rate. This discrepancy could be linked to the area’s compact size, which may reduce opportunities for petty theft compared to larger urban centres. Seasonal factors also likely play a role: the start of summer, with longer days and increased tourism, may have contributed to a rise in anti-social behaviour while simultaneously reducing some types of property crime. For local residents, the data underscores the importance of community engagement during peak tourist periods to maintain safety levels.

June 2025 marked a notable shift in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour surging by 125% (from 4 to 9 incidents) and possession of weapons rising by 100% (from 0 to 1). These increases contrast with declines in criminal damage and arson (-80%), shoplifting (-50%), and drugs (-50%). The dominance of violent crimes—17 incidents, or 50% of the total—places Whitfield slightly above the UK average for this category (2.9 per 1,000 vs. 2.9 per 1,000, 1% above). Meanwhile, public order offences and shoplifting were 66% and 68% below UK averages, respectively. For residents, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour suggests a need for vigilance during summer nights, when increased foot traffic may contribute to such incidents.

Whitfield (Dover) saw a 19.0% decrease in its crime rate from 7.2 per 1,000 in May 2025 to 5.8 per 1,000 in June 2025, reflecting a downward trend. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 173 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day, a figure that, while specific to Whitfield, underscores the manageable nature of local crime levels. With a population of 5,867, the monthly total of 34 crimes translates to a crime rate that is 28.4% below the UK average, a contrast that may be partly explained by the area’s coastal location and seasonal dynamics. The decrease in crime is consistent with the start of summer, a period when tourism begins to influence local activity patterns, potentially reducing opportunities for certain types of crime.