Tonbridge and Malling Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Tonbridge and Malling's crime rate in August 2025 was 5.7 per 1,000 residents — 29.6% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure, while significantly lower than national benchmarks, highlights a combination of local factors that shape crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 33.9% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 1.9 per 1,000 — 34% below the UK average. This consistency with national trends suggests that broader societal dynamics, such as population density and economic conditions, may influence these figures. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 21.6% of total crimes, with a rate of 1.2 per 1,000 — 18% below the UK average. The seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month, may explain the sharp rise in shoplifting (up 73.9% to 80 incidents) and burglary (up 41.7% to 17 incidents), as increased tourism and temporary vacancies could create opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Despite these increases, the area's overall safety profile remains strong, with crime rates in categories such as vehicle crime and public order offences continuing to fall significantly below UK averages. This suggests that local initiatives, community engagement, or environmental factors may be contributing to the area's relatively low crime levels. However, the rise in shoplifting and burglary underscores the need for continued awareness, particularly in retail areas and during periods of increased foot traffic.

August 2025 saw a marked increase in shoplifting, with reported cases rising by 73.9% to 80 incidents — the highest recorded figure for this category in recent months. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, may partly explain the shift in crime mix, with property-related offences now accounting for 35.3% of total crimes compared to 33.9% in July. Meanwhile, burglary increased by 41.7% to 17 incidents, a jump that aligns with seasonal patterns of increased tourism and vacant properties during the summer months. Residents should note that anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime, with 167 incidents — 18% below the UK average. Vehicle crime, however, fell by 34.1% to 27 incidents, suggesting a possible correlation with reduced summer travel. The most significant drop was in robbery, which fell by 50.0% to 3 incidents, though this remains well below the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000.

Tonbridge and Malling's crime rate in August 2025 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, a 6.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.1 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns observed in similar areas, where crime typically eases as summer holidays wane. However, the monthly exposure metric reveals that over the course of August, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 177 residents — a figure that, while lower than the UK average, underscores the importance of vigilance in local communities. Daily crime statistics show 25 crimes reported per day on average, a local figure that reflects both the area's population density and the specific dynamics of its mixed urban-rural landscape. This rate, though modest, remains a reminder that crime is not confined to major cities, and localised factors such as tourism and seasonal housing patterns can influence crime trends.