Snodland Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Snodland’s crime profile in February 2025, accounting for 37.5% of all reported incidents—a rate of 2.3 per 1,000 residents. This category was 2% below the UK average, a slight but notable divergence that may reflect the area’s compact built-up nature, where personal safety initiatives and community policing could contribute to lower rates of violent crime. The second most common crime was shoplifting, with 13 incidents recorded (1.0 per 1,000 residents), a figure 61% above the UK average. This discrepancy is likely tied to Snodland’s retail presence, which, while modest, could attract opportunistic thefts during periods of reduced foot traffic. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.6 per 1,000 residents, was 38% below the UK average, a trend that may be influenced by the area’s smaller population and lower density of nightlife venues. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—appears to have tempered some crime categories, particularly those reliant on public spaces. However, the overall crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents, 9% below the UK average, suggests a generally safer environment compared to national trends. This stability, coupled with the prominence of violence and sexual offences, highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where interpersonal crime remains a concern.

February saw a dramatic 300% increase in burglary, rising from one to four incidents. This jump, though small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal patterns, such as increased home occupancy during colder months or targeted activity in residential areas. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 31.6% compared to January, dropping from 19 to 13 cases—a shift that could be linked to reduced foot traffic during winter or improved retail security measures. The category of possession of weapons also doubled, climbing from one to two reports, a stark contrast to the UK average, where this category is 233% below Snodland’s rate. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour decreased by 27.3%, aligning with the UK average, which is 38% lower in this category. These fluctuations underscore the combination of local factors and broader national trends, with Snodland’s shoplifting rate (1.0 per 1,000) standing out as 61% above the UK average—a figure that may warrant closer attention from local authorities.

Snodland's crime rate in February 2025 remained stable at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, matching the same figure recorded in January. This consistency suggests no abrupt shifts in local crime dynamics during the month. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly three crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 164 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, the local context is critical: with a population of 13,143, the relatively low frequency of crime per resident highlights the area's overall safety compared to national benchmarks. The stability in the crime rate contrasts with the UK-wide seasonal trends, where February typically sees a slight dip in reported incidents. This may reflect Snodland’s unique characteristics, such as its compact built-up area and limited seasonal fluctuations in outdoor activity, which could dampen spikes in certain crime categories.