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

For every 1,000 residents in Littlestone-on-Sea, 3.3 crimes were reported in July 2025 — a figure that places the area 61.6% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of approximately one crime for every 305 residents over the course of the month, a statistic that may seem abstract but reflects the lived experience of those who frequent local parks, beaches, and high streets. The area’s crime profile in July was dominated by violence and sexual offences (52.6% of all crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.1%) and criminal damage (15.8%). These patterns align with the seasonal rhythm of Littlestone-on-Sea, a coastal town that sees a surge in tourism and outdoor events during summer. The higher proportion of violent crime may be partly explained by increased foot traffic from visitors and the extended hours of public spaces during peak season, though the overall rate remains markedly lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour, often linked to alcohol consumption in coastal areas during festivals, also rose sharply, suggesting a connection between local events and transient populations. Despite these spikes, the area’s property crime rate (0.7 per 1,000) was 55% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Littlestone-on-Sea’s relatively low density of commercial premises compared to larger urban centres. The data illustrates a community where crime remains a rare but not absent aspect of daily life, shaped by both its coastal character and seasonal dynamics.

July 2025 saw sharp increases in criminal damage and arson (+200%), anti-social behaviour (+100%), and public order offences (+100%) compared to June. These spikes, though significant, still left Littlestone-on-Sea’s overall crime rate at 3.3 per 1,000 — 61.6% below the UK average. The rise in criminal damage and arson may be tied to the town’s summer festivals, which often involve temporary structures or open-air venues that could attract vandals. Anti-social behaviour, already 55% below the UK average, still saw a doubling in reported incidents, likely linked to the influx of visitors during school holidays. The rate of violence and sexual offences (1.7 per 1,000) was 44% below the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000, suggesting that while violent crime is the most common category locally, its frequency remains comparatively low. This contrast between local and national trends highlights the unique character of Littlestone-on-Sea, where tourism and seasonal events may drive specific types of crime without elevating overall rates. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is that while anti-social behaviour and public order issues rose, these categories still account for less than a quarter of all reported crimes — a statistic that could inform targeted community initiatives.

Littlestone-on-Sea’s crime rate in July 2025 (3.3 per 1,000) was 18.5% higher than the previous month’s rate of 2.8 per 1,000, a shift that may reflect the summer months’ typical patterns of increased social activity. However, this increase pales in comparison to the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, with the area remaining 61.6% below national levels. On a daily basis, the town saw roughly one crime reported per day in July, a figure that, while non-zero, is significantly lower than the average for similar-sized coastal towns. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 305 residents — a statistic that underscores the relative safety of the area despite the seasonal spikes. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable when considering Littlestone-on-Sea’s population of 5,802, as it suggests that most residents would experience no crime at all during the month. The comparison to the UK average is even more striking when broken down by category: violent crime was 44% below the national rate, and anti-social behaviour was 55% below. These figures reinforce the idea that Littlestone-on-Sea’s crime profile is shaped by its coastal context, where tourism and seasonal events may drive specific types of crime without contributing to a broader rise in overall rates. For someone living in the area, the data offers reassurance that while crime is not entirely absent, the risk remains far lower than in most other parts of the country.