Littlestone-on-Sea Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Littlestone-on-Sea’s crime profile in April 2025, contributing 52.9% of all reported crimes. With 9 incidents recorded, this category was 39% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, despite a 125% month-on-month increase from 4 to 9. The overall crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 — 62.3% below the UK’s 7.7 per 1,000 — reflects a consistently low-crime environment, likely shaped by the area’s coastal character and seasonal rhythms. April’s spring weather and Easter period typically boost outdoor activity, which may partly explain the rise in violence and sexual offences, though this remains below the UK average. Property crimes accounted for 41.2% of total incidents, with 7 cases reported, but the breakdown shows a marked shift toward violent crime compared to previous months. Other theft and criminal damage and arson also contributed. The area’s built-up nature within Folkestone and Hythe, combined with its proximity to coastal attractions, may influence crime patterns, with transient populations and tourism affecting reporting rates. However, the overall stability in crime rates suggests effective local policing or community engagement strategies, though further data would be needed to confirm this. Seasonal factors like increased foot traffic during Easter could also play a role.

April 2025 saw sharp increases in criminal damage and arson (+200%), violence and sexual offences (+125%), and vehicle crime (+100%), reflecting a significant shift in the crime mix. While property crimes remained at 7 incidents, violent crime now constitutes the largest share of total reported crimes, a notable change from previous months. Violence and sexual offences, though up 125% compared to March, still sit 39% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour dropped by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), suggesting a possible reduction in minor incidents during the Easter period. The increase in violence and sexual offences may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased social gatherings or tourism, though the area’s overall low crime rate remains a stark contrast to the UK average. Residents might find the 125% rise in violent crime concerning. The surge in criminal damage and arson, from 1 to 3 incidents, could indicate targeted vandalism or the impact of seasonal events on local infrastructure.

Littlestone-on-Sea’s crime rate rose 21.6% in April 2025 compared to March’s 2.4 per 1,000, but remains 62.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. Over 30 days, this equates to roughly 1 crime per day, a rate that places the area among the safest in the UK. On a monthly basis, this means one reported crime occurred for every 341 residents, a figure that underscores the area’s low exposure to crime compared to both national averages and its own historical trends. With a population of 5,802, the 17 total crimes recorded in April represent a manageable burden for local services, though the increase in violent crime may signal a need for targeted interventions. The daily crime context — 1 incident per day — provides residents with a tangible sense of the area’s safety, particularly when contrasted with UK-wide averages. While the 21.6% monthly increase raises questions, the overall picture remains one of relative stability, with the area’s built-up character and coastal location likely contributing to its distinct crime profile compared to more densely populated urban centres.