Tunbridge Wells Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Tunbridge Wells’ crime rate in June 2024 was 6.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 23.2% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This relatively low rate reflects a combination of effective local policing, community engagement, and the town’s character as a market town with a strong retail and residential focus. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.3% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.4%) and criminal damage and arson (11.1%). These patterns are consistent with Tunbridge Wells’ mix of urban and semi-rural areas, where high streets and public spaces can become focal points for disputes and disorder. The seasonal context of June — the start of summer and longer daylight hours — may contribute to increased foot traffic in retail zones, which could explain the prominence of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the town’s overall crime rate remains lower than the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives have successfully mitigated risks. While violent crime remains a priority area, the lower-than-average rates for categories like theft from the person and bicycle theft indicate that certain safety measures may be working effectively. The data also reveals a mixed picture for property crimes, with shoplifting and other thefts remaining below UK levels but criminal damage slightly exceeding national averages. This suggests that while Tunbridge Wells has made progress in reducing certain crime types, targeted efforts may still be needed to address specific vulnerabilities.

June 2024 saw dramatic fluctuations in specific crime categories, with robbery increasing by 500% (from 1 to 6 incidents) and possession of weapons rising by 150% (from 2 to 5). These sharp increases, though numerically small, highlight potential vulnerabilities in local safety measures or unmet policing needs. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 60% (from 5 to 2 incidents), possibly linked to heightened awareness or seasonal changes in cycling activity. Drug-related crimes also declined by 27.3% (from 22 to 16), a trend that may reflect targeted enforcement or shifts in illicit activity patterns. Violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 36.3% of all incidents, with a rate of 2.3 per 1,000 — 17% below the UK average. This suggests that while Tunbridge Wells faces challenges in addressing certain crimes, its overall violent crime profile is comparatively lower than national benchmarks. The significant drop in theft from the person (100% increase from 2 to 4 incidents) underscores the need for ongoing public safety initiatives in high-traffic areas.

Tunbridge Wells' crime rate in June 2024 stood at 6.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 3.1% decline from the previous month’s rate of 6.5 per 1,000. This slight downward trend suggests a continued stabilisation in local crime patterns, though the pace of change remains modest. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 25 crimes per day in June, a figure that contextualises the volume of incidents within the town’s daily rhythm. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 158 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the population-scaled impact of crime. While this rate is lower than the UK average, it underscores the importance of sustained community engagement and policing efforts to maintain this trajectory. The population of 119,694 further contextualises these figures, showing that even small shifts in crime rates can have measurable effects on individual risk levels. Comparing June’s data to previous months highlights the value of tracking trends over time, particularly as seasonal factors like tourism and summer activity influence local dynamics.