Littlestone-on-Sea Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2024, Littlestone-on-Sea’s crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents placed it 60.7% below the UK average of 8.4. This stark contrast highlights the area’s unique position within national crime trends, where a combination of geographic and demographic factors likely contributes to its low incidence of crime. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 57.9% of all reported crimes. This figure, while higher than other categories, remains 33% below the UK average for the same category, suggesting local initiatives or community dynamics may play a role in mitigating more severe offences. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 21.1% of total crimes, and was 52% below the UK average. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and tourism—may have influenced these patterns, with increased foot traffic in public spaces contributing to both higher violent incidents and lower property crimes. Property crimes such as burglary and criminal damage were significantly lower than the UK average, with burglary at 0.2 per 1,000 (35% below national figures) and criminal damage at 0.3 per 1,000 (52% below). This suggests that the area’s built-up character, including limited retail or commercial activity, may reduce opportunities for property-related crimes. The overall low crime rate, however, does not eliminate risk entirely. For residents, the 19 total crimes reported in July mean that one in every 305 residents experienced a crime over the course of the month, a statistic that, while low, underscores the need for continued awareness, particularly during peak summer events when public spaces are more crowded.

July 2024 saw a 22.2% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 9 to 11 cases. This category remains 33% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, suggesting local factors may partly explain the rise despite the area’s overall safety. Public order offences doubled from 0 to 1, while burglary also rose from 0 to 1—a notable shift in crime mix. These increases may reflect the summer season’s impact, with festivals and extended social hours contributing to heightened incidents. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 50%, from 4 to 2, and anti-social behaviour decreased by 20%, from 5 to 4. The latter decline could indicate effective local policing or seasonal lulls in community tensions. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.7 per 1,000, remains 52% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area’s low overall crime profile.

Littlestone-on-Sea's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 3.3 per 1,000 residents, a 5.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.5. This slight downward trend aligns with a broader pattern of seasonal moderation, though the area remains significantly safer than the UK average. On a daily basis, 19 total crimes were reported over 31 days, equating to roughly one crime per day. For residents, this translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 305 residents—a figure that underscores the area’s relative security compared to national trends. The population of 5,802 means each individual has a 1-in-305 chance of being directly affected by a crime over the course of the month, a statistic that, while low, highlights the importance of continued community vigilance. This monthly aggregate does not account for daily fluctuations, which can be influenced by transient factors such as local events or temporary spikes in activity.