Snodland Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 100 residents in Snodland, there were 11 reported crimes in July 2023—a rate 32.5% higher than the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of encountering one crime for every 91 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises the local experience of crime in a built-up area within Tonbridge and Malling. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (32.6% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (16.7%) and shoplifting (13.9%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of July, a peak summer month marked by festivals, open-air events, and extended daylight hours, which may contribute to increased anti-social behaviour and retail-related crimes. Violent crimes, though not the most frequent category, remained 29% above the UK average, suggesting local factors such as the area's demographics or social dynamics may play a role. Shoplifting, at 150% above the UK average, highlights vulnerabilities in retail environments, exacerbated by summer foot traffic and the presence of tourist activity. Vehicle crime also saw a sharp increase, with 15 incidents reported—129% above the UK average—linked to the higher volume of vehicles on local roads during peak summer travel periods. These figures illustrate how seasonal rhythms and the built-up nature of the area intersect with crime patterns, offering insights into the everyday risk residents face.

July 2023 saw a 275% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 4 to 15 incidents, likely driven by increased summer traffic and outdoor events. Drugs-related offences also spiked 200%, with three reported cases, suggesting potential links to seasonal gatherings or illicit activity in open spaces. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell 40% compared to June, possibly due to community engagement during festivals or summer activities. Shoplifting remained 150% above the UK average, with 20 incidents reported, underscoring ongoing retail vulnerabilities in a built-up area. While other theft and public order offences decreased, violent crimes—accounting for 32.6% of total incidents—remained 29% above the UK average, indicating a persistent challenge in addressing personal safety concerns during peak tourist season.

Snodland's crime rate in July 2023 rose 8.3% from June's 10.1 per 1,000 to 11.0 per 1,000, reflecting a persistent upward trend. This means 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 91 residents over the month—a figure that contextualises risk as a monthly exposure rather than a daily occurrence. With 5 crimes reported daily on average, residents face a consistent but not overwhelming presence of criminal activity. The population of 13,143 means each individual is statistically more likely to encounter crime than the UK average, though local factors such as summer festivals and open-air events may amplify this risk. While the daily rate is a snapshot, the monthly exposure figure offers a broader view of how crime permeates the community over time, particularly in a built-up area where proximity to retail and public spaces increases vulnerability to property and anti-social crimes.