Littlestone-on-Sea Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Littlestone-on-Sea's crime profile in February 2026, accounting for 57% of all reported incidents. With a crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 62.5% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently low crime environment. The breakdown reveals a stark contrast between violent crimes (8 incidents) and property crimes (3 incidents), highlighting the area's unique dynamics. While violent crime rates in Littlestone-on-Sea are 40% below the UK average for this category, property crime rates are similarly well below national benchmarks. The winter month of February, typically marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, may contribute to this pattern, though the persistent presence of violent incidents suggests local factors such as social interactions in the town's core areas could play a role. The low overall rate aligns with the area's character as a small coastal built-up area within Folkestone and Hythe, where community cohesion and limited high-traffic zones may naturally suppress crime. The seasonal context of February—characterised by shorter days and colder temperatures—could further reduce opportunities for certain types of crime, though the concentration of violent offences indicates that indoor or close-contact crimes remain a focus. This month's data reinforces Littlestone-on-Sea's position as a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, though the prominence of violent crime suggests targeted community engagement strategies could address specific local vulnerabilities.

February 2026 saw a 100% increase in drug-related incidents, rising from 0 to 1 report, while other crime categories experienced notable declines. Anti-social behaviour fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), vehicle crime dropped by 50% (from 2 to 1), and other crime decreased by 75% (from 4 to 1). These shifts highlight a combination of local enforcement efforts and seasonal dynamics, with the winter lull possibly reducing opportunities for public order offences and vehicle-related crime. Violent crime, though remaining the largest category, is 40% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, suggesting effective community policing or demographic factors that mitigate aggression. The area's drug crime rate is 13% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect both low prevalence and robust local prevention measures. The reduction in other crime—particularly the drop from 4 to 1 incident—could indicate successful interventions targeting transient or opportunistic offenders, though further analysis would be needed to confirm causality. Residents may find the 78% reduction in anti-social behaviour particularly relevant, as this category's decline aligns with the seasonal context of limited public spaces during colder months.

Littlestone-on-Sea's crime rate in February 2026 (2.4 per 1,000) marks a 33.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.6 per 1,000, indicating a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 0 crimes per day over the 28-day period, a figure that underscores the area's consistently low crime environment. When scaled to the local population of 5,802 residents, the monthly exposure to crime equates to one reported incident for roughly every 414 residents—a ratio that is significantly more favourable than the UK average. This monthly aggregate suggests that residents face a markedly lower risk of encountering crime compared to the national average, though the persistent presence of violent crime (which accounts for 57% of all incidents) indicates that targeted measures may still be necessary. The previous month's higher rate may have been influenced by transient factors such as temporary events or weather patterns, but the February figures reaffirm the area's status as a low-crime locality. The comparison to the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local crime prevention strategies, particularly in reducing violent and anti-social behaviour, which are both well below national benchmarks. These statistics provide a clear picture of Littlestone-on-Sea's safety profile, offering reassurance to residents and visitors alike.