Hawkinge Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hawkinge's November 2025 crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents—54.8% below the UK average—illustrates a consistently low level of criminal activity compared to national benchmarks. The area's crime profile is dominated by anti-social behaviour, which accounts for 32.1% of all incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (21.4%) and criminal damage and arson (17.9%). These patterns may reflect the area's character as a built-up part of Folkestone and Hythe, where localised tensions and seasonal events like Bonfire Night could contribute to spikes in anti-social activity. The month also saw a notable 150% increase in criminal damage and arson, likely tied to the timing of November events, though the overall crime rate remains significantly below UK levels. Violent crime, at 0.7 per 1,000, is 73% below the UK average, suggesting that Hawkinge's environment—shaped by its proximity to coastal areas and limited nightlife—creates a safer context for residents. The relatively low rate of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) and other theft (0.1 per 1,000) further supports the notion of a tightly-knit community where crime is less prevalent. However, the rise in criminal damage and arson underscores the need for vigilance during periods of heightened public activity, such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, when increased foot traffic and temporary disruptions may create opportunities for targeted offences.

November 2025 saw a 150% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 2 to 5 incidents. This surge coincides with the timing of Bonfire Night, which may have contributed to targeted vandalism or pyrotechnic-related incidents. Vehicle crime also doubled from 1 to 2 incidents, potentially linked to increased parking activity during the month. Conversely, other theft fell by 75%, from 4 to 1 incident, reflecting a marked reduction in petty theft that could indicate improved security measures or community awareness. Anti-social behaviour, which accounts for 32.1% of all crimes, remains 4% above the UK average, suggesting a localised challenge in managing public order. Residents should be particularly mindful of anti-social behaviour and vandalism, given their elevated presence compared to national trends.

Hawkinge's November 2025 crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents marks a 36.3% decline from the previous month's 5.2 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with a broader trend observed in the area over recent months, suggesting sustained efforts in community engagement or policing strategies. Daily crime context reveals that 28 total crimes over 30 days equate to roughly one crime per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for continued vigilance. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 303 residents—a monthly exposure rate that places Hawkinge well below the UK average, which stands at 7.3 per 1,000. This statistic, when contextualised against the area's population of 8,492, illustrates a relatively low risk profile for residents, though the specific nature of crimes reported—such as anti-social behaviour and criminal damage—warrants targeted awareness. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that Hawkinge's crime rate is not only statistically lower than the UK average but also distributed across a smaller, more tightly-knit community, potentially allowing for quicker local responses to incidents.