Tonbridge and Malling Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 saw Tonbridge and Malling maintain a crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 28.8% below the UK average of 7.3. This performance contrasts sharply with national trends, particularly in violent crime, which in the area stood at 1.6 per 1,000 — 38% below the UK average of 2.6. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.5% of total incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (25.5%) and criminal damage and arson (10.5%). These figures suggest a relatively stable environment compared to broader UK patterns, where violent crime often dominates. Seasonal factors may have influenced the data: the month included Bonfire Night, which typically sees spikes in public order incidents, yet such offences in Tonbridge and Malling were 79% below the UK average. The lower-than-expected rate of violent crime could be linked to the area’s mix of rural and urban settings, where community engagement and local policing efforts may mitigate conflict. Anti-social behaviour, while still significant, remains a local concern, with its rate 23% above the UK average — a figure that may reflect the challenges of managing public spaces in a town with both residential and commercial zones. The area’s performance in property crime also diverges from the UK trend, with shoplifting and vehicle crime both below national averages, due to effective retail security measures and lower traffic density compared to major urban centres. As the year draws to a close, these patterns will be critical to monitor in relation to holiday periods and the broader economic climate.

The most striking movement in November 2025 was a 26.5% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 34 to 43 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000 (Tonbridge and Malling’s rate was 0.3), may be linked to seasonal factors such as Black Friday shopping, which could have increased vehicle movement and opportunistic theft. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 66.7%, from three to one incident — a drop that could reflect the impact of local initiatives targeting theft from parked cycles or a reduction in commuter traffic during colder weather. Other notable shifts included a 12% rise in other theft, which may signal a trend in non-retail thefts, such as from homes or vehicles. Anti-social behaviour remained a local outlier, with its rate 23% above the UK average, highlighting the need for targeted community interventions. Meanwhile, burglary fell sharply by 52.6%, from 19 to 9 incidents, a decline that may be attributed to improved home security measures or seasonal factors reducing opportunities for entry. The area’s performance in violent crime, particularly the 38% gap below the UK average, remains a key strength, though this could also reflect underreporting or the effectiveness of local policing strategies. These fluctuations underscore the importance of continuing to monitor specific crime types as the year progresses.

Tonbridge and Malling’s crime rate in November 2025 (5.2 per 1,000) represents a 4.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.4, indicating a slight downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 24 crimes per day — a figure that, while providing context for local residents, must be interpreted within the broader population of 136,853. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 192 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests a relatively low incidence of crime compared to the UK average. This figure is particularly meaningful for residents, as it translates to a manageable frequency of incidents in a community of this size. The decline in violent crime compared to the previous month aligns with broader national trends of seasonal reduction, though the area’s performance remains consistently below the UK average. The drop in burglary and bicycle theft may also be influenced by the transition into winter, where reduced outdoor activity and shorter daylight hours could limit opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the rise in vehicle crime highlights the need for continued vigilance in areas with high traffic flow, such as retail zones or transport hubs. These comparisons illustrate how Tonbridge and Malling’s crime profile differs from both its own historical patterns and the national average, offering insights into the factors shaping local safety.