Borough Green Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Borough Green's February 2026 crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 remains 64.1% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently low-crime environment. The area's crime profile is dominated by violent crimes, which account for 57.1% of all incidents, with 8 cases of violence and sexual offences reported. This marks a 33.3% month-on-month increase, likely influenced by seasonal factors such as the pre-spring lull and reduced outdoor activity typical of winter months. Other theft and robbery, though lower in volume, highlight significant disparities: robbery rates in Borough Green are 233% above the UK average, while shoplifting and vehicle crime remain below national levels. The area's built-up character within Tonbridge and Malling, combined with its relatively small population, may contribute to these patterns, as lower population density and limited retail or nightlife activity reduce opportunities for certain crimes. However, the sharp rise in violent offences warrants attention, as it suggests potential shifts in local dynamics or unmet community needs. The overall low crime rate, despite the increase in violent incidents, underscores Borough Green's status as a generally safe area, though residents should remain vigilant to emerging trends.

February 2026 saw a 100% increase in robbery cases, rising from 0 to 2 incidents—a stark deviation from the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. Concurrently, violence and sexual offences surged by 33.3%, with 8 reported cases, marking a significant shift in the crime mix toward more violent incidents. This trend contrasts with the 66.7% decline in vehicle crime, which fell from 3 to 1 case, a reduction consistent with typical winter patterns of reduced outdoor activity. While robbery in Borough Green is 233% above the UK average, the overall crime rate remains markedly lower than the national figure. Residents should be particularly mindful of the sharp rise in violent offences, which now account for 57.1% of all crimes reported in the area.

Borough Green's crime rate in February 2026 (2.3 per 1,000) reflects a -12.3% decrease compared to the previous month's rate of 2.6 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with the seasonal context of February as a pre-spring lull, typically associated with reduced outdoor activity and lower crime incidence. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 0 crimes per day, highlighting the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to the population of 6,149, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 439 residents, underscoring the low likelihood of encountering crime during the month. While the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average, the shift in crime mix—particularly the rise in violent offences—deserves closer attention to local patterns and resident awareness.