Tonbridge and Malling Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Tonbridge and Malling’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 29.6% below the UK average of 8.1. This marked contrast with national trends highlights the area’s relatively low crime profile, particularly in categories such as public order offences (66% below UK average) and robbery (100% below UK average). The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.3% of all reported crimes—a figure that, while significant, remains 30% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 22.7% of total crimes and 8% below the UK average. These patterns may reflect the area’s character as a mixed urban-rural district with a strong community focus, though the high proportion of violent crimes suggests local challenges in addressing interpersonal conflicts. Seasonal factors also played a role: June marked the beginning of the summer tourist season, which could influence crime patterns in areas with increased foot traffic. However, the overall crime rate remains lower than national benchmarks, suggesting effective policing or community initiatives that have contributed to sustained safety. The relatively low incidence of property crimes, such as shoplifting (37% below UK average) and vehicle crime (19% below UK average), may indicate a combination of robust local security measures and a demographic profile less prone to such offences compared to more densely populated urban centres.

June 2025 saw a 66.7% increase in robbery, rising from 3 to 5 incidents—a sharp upward trend that contrasts with the overall decline in crime. This rise may be linked to specific local factors, such as increased foot traffic during the early summer months or targeted criminal activity in high-traffic areas. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 80.0%, dropping from 5 to 1 incident, while bicycle theft decreased by 71.4%, from 7 to 2. These declines could reflect heightened awareness among residents during warmer months or the effectiveness of local anti-theft campaigns. The breakdown of crimes also revealed stark disparities compared to the UK average: public order offences were 66% below the national rate, and drugs-related crimes were 26% below. These figures may be influenced by the area’s character as a commuter-focused district with lower levels of nightlife activity and fewer opportunities for drug-related incidents. The low rate of burglary (64% below UK average) and the complete absence of theft from the person (100% below UK average) further reinforce the area’s safety profile, though the rise in robbery deserves closer attention. Residents may find the 37% reduction in shoplifting particularly notable, as it suggests effective retail security measures or a decline in opportunistic theft during the summer season.

The crime rate in Tonbridge and Malling decreased by 5.6% from June 2024’s rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents to 5.7 per 1,000 in June 2025. This downward trend aligns with the area’s historical pattern of maintaining rates below the UK average, though the pace of decline may reflect seasonal dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 26 crimes per day in June 2025—a figure that, while relatively low, underscores the importance of consistent policing efforts. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 175 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the national average. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it illustrates the low likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. When scaled to the population of 136,853, the 780 reported crimes represent a manageable burden for local services. rise in robbery highlights a potential vulnerability. The comparison to the UK average also reveals that Tonbridge and Malling’s population-scaled crime profile is markedly safer in several key categories, which may be attributed to the area’s character as a commuter hub with strong community engagement and lower levels of socioeconomic disparity compared to more densely populated regions.