Tunbridge Wells Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Tunbridge Wells' crime profile in November 2025 reveals a near-even split between property and violent crimes, with property crimes slightly edging ahead. The overall crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents places the area 23.3% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, reflecting a consistent pattern of lower-than-average crime levels. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.1% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.9%) and shoplifting (10.4%). This balance between property and violent crimes suggests a dynamic interplay of local factors, such as the area’s mix of residential, retail, and leisure spaces. Seasonal influences in November—dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—may partly explain fluctuations in certain crime types. For instance, the prevalence of anti-social behaviour could be linked to increased foot traffic during festive events, while shoplifting figures align with the retail season. Violent crimes remained below the UK average by 30%, with rates for burglary and vehicle crime also significantly lower than national benchmarks. These trends highlight Tunbridge Wells’ unique position as a commuter-oriented town with a strong focus on community policing, which may contribute to its relatively low crime rates compared to other areas.

November 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with robbery rates rising by 50% (from 2 to 3 incidents) and drug-related offences increasing by 45% (from 20 to 29). These increases, while modest in absolute terms, suggest potential pressure points in local enforcement or changes in community dynamics. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 42.9% (from 7 to 4), possibly reflecting heightened awareness or improved security measures during the holiday season. The property-to-violent crime balance remained tightly contested, with property crimes narrowly outpacing violent crimes. This near-parity could indicate that local infrastructure—such as the town’s retail corridors and commuter hubs—continues to influence crime distribution. Violent crime rates, though lower than the UK average, showed no significant monthly variation, suggesting stability in policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour, however, rose slightly (14.8%) compared to the previous month, linked to the increased social activity during November’s festivals. Meanwhile, categories like burglary and vehicle crime remained 67% and 50% below UK averages respectively, underscoring the area’s relatively secure environment for property owners and drivers. Residents may find the stability in violent crime rates reassuring, though the rise in drug-related offences warrants continued monitoring.

Tunbridge Wells’ crime rate in November 2025 remained unchanged from the previous month at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, indicating a stable trend over time. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 22 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 672 incidents. When scaled to the population of 119,694, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 178 residents over the course of the month—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. This stability contrasts with broader UK trends, where Tunbridge Wells’ overall crime rate is 23.3% below the national average. The area’s lower-than-average rates for violent crime (30% below UK levels), burglary (67% below), and vehicle crime (50% below) further highlight its distinct position within the UK crime profile. These figures suggest that local factors—such as effective community policing, a strong sense of place, or demographic characteristics like a mature population—may contribute to the area’s consistently lower crime levels. For residents, the low monthly exposure rate reinforces the perception of Tunbridge Wells as a relatively safe place to live, though the slight increase in drug-related offences serves as a reminder that no area is entirely immune to crime fluctuations.