The question of how Newington’s crime rate compares to Hartlip’s highlights a considerable disparity. Newington, classified as a Built-Up Area (BUA) in Swale, has a crime rate of 68.2 incidents per 1,000 residents. This figure, while lower than the UK average of 91.6 per 1,000, is still significantly higher than the exceptionally low crime rate observed in Hartlip (specific data for Hartlip is not provided).
To put Newington’s rate into context, it means that for every 1,000 people living in Newington, roughly 68 crimes are reported. This encompasses a range of offences, and the specific types of crime contributing to this rate would require further investigation. However, it's important to note that crime rates are often influenced by factors like population density, socio-economic conditions, and local policing strategies.
Newington’s safety score is 82 out of 100, which is also above the UK average of 79. This suggests that, despite the higher crime rate compared to Hartlip, Newington is perceived as relatively safe. The safety score is a composite metric, likely considering factors beyond just reported crime, such as resident perceptions of safety and the presence of safety measures.
While Newington's crime rate is lower than the UK average, the contrast with Hartlip’s exceptionally low rate underscores a substantial difference. The population of Newington is 4004, which means the total number of reported crimes in the area is approximately 272 (calculated as 68.2 crimes per 1000 residents * 4004 residents). Understanding this context is crucial for assessing the relative safety of the area.