Tonbridge Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Tonbridge’s crime rate in November 2025 remains 21.9% below the UK average at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure that has remained stable compared to October’s rate of 5.7 per 1,000. This consistency suggests a broader pattern of relative safety in the area, though the crime profile reflects seasonal influences tied to November’s unique dynamics. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.5% of all reported crimes, marking them as the most prevalent category, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.5%) and shoplifting (12.5%). These figures align with the month’s calendar: the lead-up to Black Friday shopping likely contributes to increased shoplifting incidents, while the extended darkness of November evenings may correlate with higher rates of anti-social behaviour and violence. The area’s crime picture also shows a marked divergence from UK averages in several categories, with violence and sexual offences occurring at a rate 26% below the national average, and public order offences 57% below. This contrast may reflect Tonbridge’s character as a relatively compact built-up area with limited late-night activity compared to larger urban centres, where such offences tend to cluster. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour exceeds the UK average by 13%, a statistic that could be partially explained by the area’s proximity to commuter routes or local events that draw transient populations. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night and the start of the festive shopping season—likely amplifies these trends, creating a temporary spike in certain categories while others remain subdued. Overall, Tonbridge’s crime profile illustrates a balance between local factors and broader national patterns, with the area maintaining a consistently lower crime rate than the UK as a whole.

November 2025 saw significant shifts in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 128.6% (7 to 16 incidents) and violence and sexual offences rising by 36.4% (55 to 75). These increases may be linked to the month’s seasonal dynamics: the rise in vehicle crime could reflect increased foot traffic and parking congestion around Black Friday sales, while the sharp uptick in violence may relate to heightened social interactions during Bonfire Night events. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 66.7% (3 to 1), a decline that could be attributed to reduced cycling activity in the colder weather or improved security measures. Burglary also dropped by 50.0% (6 to 3), a reduction that may partly explain Tonbridge’s overall crime rate remaining stable compared to the previous month. Violence and sexual offences remain 26% below the UK average, a contrast that may highlight the area’s relatively low population density and limited nightlife compared to larger cities. Anti-social behaviour, however, exceeds the UK average by 13%, a figure that warrants attention given its potential link to the area’s commuter demographics or the impact of seasonal events. The data also shows shoplifting rates are 11% above the UK average, a statistic that could be tied to the Black Friday shopping period and the presence of high-footfall retail areas in Tonbridge’s built-up core.

Tonbridge’s crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents in November 2025 remains unchanged from October’s rate, reflecting a stable trend over the past month. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 7 crimes per day, a figure that places Tonbridge in the context of a localised, low-density environment where crime is distributed across a smaller population base. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 174 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban areas. With a population of 39,009, the area’s crime statistics are scaled to a community size that may naturally limit the concentration of certain offences. For instance, the 5.7 per 1,000 rate translates to roughly 224 total crimes in the month, a figure that is spread across a built-up area with distinct residential and commercial zones. This distribution suggests that crime in Tonbridge is not concentrated in a single hotspot but rather dispersed across different parts of the town, a pattern that may be influenced by its compact geography and limited nightlife. The comparison to the UK average also highlights the area’s unique characteristics: while violence and sexual offences are 26% below the national rate, anti-social behaviour exceeds it by 13%, a discrepancy that may reflect local factors such as the presence of commuter populations or the impact of seasonal events. These figures, when viewed through the lens of Tonbridge’s population size, provide a nuanced picture of a community that maintains a lower crime rate overall but experiences specific challenges in certain categories.