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

For an area with 5,802 residents, Littlestone-on-Sea recorded 29 crimes in August 2025, translating to a crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 people. This is 38.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a notable divergence that reflects the area's unique characteristics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 14 incidents (48.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (7 cases, 24.1%). These figures contrast with the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.9 per 1,000), where Littlestone-on-Sea’s rate is 16% lower. The seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month, may partly explain the 33.3% decrease in criminal damage and arson compared to July. However, the area's coastal location and relatively small population likely contribute to its consistently lower crime rates. Despite the increase in burglary (from 0 to 3 cases), the overall rate remains well below national averages, suggesting that local factors—such as community cohesion and limited high-risk areas—play a significant role in maintaining safety. The breakdown highlights a balance between property and violent crime, with the latter comprising nearly half of all reports, a pattern consistent with coastal towns where tourism and seasonal demographics influence crime trends.

August 2025 saw sharp increases in specific categories, with possession of weapons, burglary, and other crime each rising by 100% compared to July. This surge in weapon-related incidents, from 0 to 1 case, may signal heightened tensions or isolated incidents requiring local attention. Burglary, which had not occurred in the previous month, rose to 3 cases, potentially linked to the seasonal presence of empty homes during the summer holidays. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 33.3%, due to reduced outdoor activity or effective community monitoring. Violence and sexual offences, at 14 cases (2.4 per 1,000), remain 16% below the UK average for that category, illustrating how Littlestone-on-Sea’s crime profile differs from larger urban centres. The dominance of violent crimes (48.3% of total) over property crime (17%) contrasts with the UK’s broader mix, where property crime typically holds a larger share. Residents may find the 100% increase in 'other crime' (from 0 to 2 cases) particularly noteworthy, though the category’s ambiguity underscores the need for more granular data on emerging trends.

Littlestone-on-Sea’s crime rate in August 2025 (5.0 per 1,000) marked a 52.9% increase from July’s 3.3 per 1,000, reflecting a shift in local dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the 31-day month, a figure that, while modest, highlights the potential impact of small-scale incidents on community safety. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 200 residents—a statistic that, while seemingly low, invites consideration of how localized factors amplify or mitigate risk. The area’s population of 5,802 means that even minor fluctuations in crime rates can be more pronounced than in larger urban centres, where numbers are distributed across more individuals. Despite the month-on-month rise, Littlestone-on-Sea’s rate remains significantly below the UK average, underscoring the effectiveness of local policing strategies or the area’s inherent characteristics—such as its coastal isolation and smaller, more closely-knit communities—which may deter criminal activity. This comparison reinforces the importance of context when interpreting crime data, as national averages often mask the nuanced realities of specific regions.