The question of how the crime rate in Royal Tunbridge Wells compares to Rusthall requires some clarification, as direct comparative data for Rusthall is not available within the provided information. However, we can analyse the crime rate for Royal Tunbridge Wells (specifically the Built-Up Area of Royal Tunbridge Wells, located within the larger Tunbridge Wells district) and place it within a broader context.
Royal Tunbridge Wells, as a Built-Up Area, has a crime rate of 79.7 incidents per 1,000 residents. This figure is notably lower than the UK national average, which stands at 91.6 incidents per 1,000 residents. This suggests that Royal Tunbridge Wells experiences a relatively lower level of reported crime compared to the average across the United Kingdom.
Furthermore, Royal Tunbridge Wells boasts a safety score of 82 out of 100. The UK average safety score is 79. This higher safety score reinforces the observation that Royal Tunbridge Wells is perceived as a safer place to live. A safety score considers various factors beyond just crime statistics, including perceptions of safety and the presence of protective factors within the community.
It's important to understand that crime rates can fluctuate, and the provided data represents a snapshot in time. While Royal Tunbridge Wells appears safer than the UK average based on this data, it doesn't guarantee complete safety. Individual experiences and perceptions of safety can vary considerably. Without specific crime data for Rusthall, a direct comparison is not possible; however, the data indicates that Royal Tunbridge Wells demonstrates a more favourable safety profile than the national average.