Coxheath Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Coxheath during November 2023 reveals a distinct pattern shaped by both seasonal factors and local characteristics. With a crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents—56.0% below the UK average—the area continues to demonstrate a significantly lower incidence of crime compared to the national picture. Violence and sexual offences constituted the largest share of crimes (46.9%), followed by anti-social behaviour (12.5%) and other theft (9.4%). This balance suggests that interpersonal conflicts and minor disorder incidents remain the most pressing concerns, though their rates are lower than UK averages. The seasonal context of November, with its dark evenings and high-profile events like Bonfire Night, may contribute to the prominence of violent crimes, as reduced visibility and increased gatherings could create conditions conducive to such incidents. Conversely, the low rates of property crimes, particularly burglary and vehicle crime, which are 71% and 40% below UK averages respectively, may reflect the area's smaller scale and limited commercial activity. The absence of major retail hubs or high-density housing developments likely reduces opportunities for theft, aligning with Coxheath's status as a built-up area within a larger rural district. These patterns illustrate how geographic and demographic factors interact with seasonal rhythms to shape the local crime profile, offering insights into both the challenges and strengths of maintaining public safety in this part of Kent.

November 2023 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Public order offences surged by 100%, rising from one incident to two, a shift that may reflect increased activity during Bonfire Night events. Conversely, shoplifting fell sharply by 75%, decreasing from four to one incident—a change potentially linked to the post-Black Friday shopping period reducing opportunities for retail theft. Other theft also increased by 50%, rising from two to three cases, though this remains below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. The dominance of violent crimes—accounting for 46.9% of all incidents—places Coxheath 38% below the UK average for this category, suggesting a lower prevalence of violent crime compared to national trends. Meanwhile, burglary and criminal damage both dropped by 50% and 66.7% respectively, aligning with the area's generally low crime profile. These shifts underscore the influence of seasonal events and local characteristics in shaping crime patterns.

Coxheath's crime rate in November 2023 (3.3 per 1,000 residents) marks a 36.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.2 per 1,000. This downward trend contrasts with the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, positioning the area as significantly safer than the national benchmark. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents for local residents. When considering the population-scaled perspective, the monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 300 residents highlights the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. This level of safety is consistent with Coxheath's status as a smaller, less densely populated region within Maidstone, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to reduced opportunities for crime. The data also suggests that local factors, such as limited nightlife or fewer commercial hubs, may play a role in maintaining this low crime profile compared to larger urban centres.