Folkestone and Hythe Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Folkestone and Hythe, there were 8.2 reported crimes in July 2025—a rate that is 4.7% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This per-capita perspective offers a clear snapshot of everyday risk, with the most common crime category being violence and sexual offences (381 cases, 41.2% of all crimes). Anti-social behaviour followed closely (169 cases, 18.3%), and shoplifting accounted for 8.1% of incidents (75 cases). The coastal location of Folkestone and Hythe, which experiences a surge in tourism during peak summer months, may partly explain the higher-than-average rate of violence and sexual offences. July, with its festivals and outdoor events, likely increases foot traffic in public spaces, creating conditions where such crimes are more likely to occur. The area's crime profile also shows a notable contrast in property crime rates: burglary and vehicle crime are both significantly below UK averages, with burglary at 0.2 per 1,000 (26% below) and vehicle crime at 0.2 per 1,000 (49% below). This disparity may reflect the relatively low density of residential properties and the presence of commercial zones that deter certain types of crime. However, the sharp rise in public order offences (up 75.9% from 29 to 51 cases) suggests that the summer season's social dynamics are amplifying tensions in public spaces. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the combination of seasonal factors and local geography means that crime patterns in Folkestone and Hythe are distinct from the national profile.

July 2025 saw a sharp rise in theft from the person, doubling from 2 to 6 incidents—a 200% increase that may reflect the influx of tourists during summer. Robbery also rose sharply, with a 133.3% increase from 3 to 7 cases, likely tied to increased foot traffic in public areas. Public order offences surged by 75.9%, rising from 29 to 51 incidents, a change that could be attributed to the peak of summer festivals and events. Conversely, drugs-related crimes fell by 12.5%, dropping from 32 to 28 cases, due to targeted policing efforts or seasonal shifts in drug use patterns. The local rate for violence and sexual offences (3.4 per 1,000) is 12% above the UK average, highlighting a specific challenge in this category. Meanwhile, burglary and vehicle crime remain significantly below UK levels, with burglary at 0.2 per 1,000 (26% below the UK average) and vehicle crime at 0.2 per 1,000 (49% below). These contrasting trends illustrate the combination of local factors and national crime profiles.

Folkestone and Hythe's crime rate in July 2025 rose by 22.3% compared to June 2025, reflecting a shift from 6.7 to 8.2 crimes per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, remains 4.7% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. Daily crime activity averaged 30 incidents per day, a figure that contextualises the scale of local policing efforts. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 122 residents, a monthly exposure rate that translates to a 0.8% chance of experiencing crime for any given individual. This statistic, while not alarmingly high, underscores the need for vigilance during peak summer months when tourism and festivals draw larger crowds. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the rise in absolute numbers, the area still maintains a crime profile that is marginally safer than the UK average, though the seasonal context may influence this dynamic.