Royal Tunbridge Wells Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2025, Royal Tunbridge Wells maintained a crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.7% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This rate translates to one reported crime for every 172 residents over the course of the month, offering a concrete measure of risk for those living in the area. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.8% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.0%) and shoplifting (11.4%). These figures reflect the area’s character as a historic town with a mix of urban and semi-rural elements, where retail activity and public spaces may contribute to certain crime patterns. The seasonal context of April, marked by Easter and the transition to spring, likely influenced these trends, with increased outdoor activity potentially affecting both property and violent crime. However, the rate of violent crime in the area was 16% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may be playing a role in mitigating risk. The relatively low levels of shoplifting and public order offences compared to the UK average could also indicate the success of targeted interventions in high-traffic areas. Overall, the data illustrates a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and crime management efforts, with Royal Tunbridge Wells emerging as a relatively safe environment compared to the national picture.

April 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with burglary increasing by 128.6% compared to March, rising from seven to 16 incidents. This surge may be linked to seasonal factors such as the Easter holiday period, when homes are more likely to be unoccupied. Conversely, shoplifting decreased by 22.2%, reflecting a 45% below the UK average for this category. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, contributing 37.8% of the total, but this rate was 16% below the UK average. The increase in possession of weapons (+100%) and robbery (+100%) suggests a rare but significant uptick in more serious offences, though these remained low in absolute terms. These changes highlight the dynamic nature of local crime trends, with some categories responding to seasonal shifts while others indicate persistent challenges.

In April 2025, Royal Tunbridge Wells recorded a crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 3.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the 24.7% gap between the area’s rate and the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 10 crimes reported each day, translating to one reported crime for roughly every 172 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, placing Royal Tunbridge Wells among the safer areas in the UK. The population of 52,894 further contextualises these figures, highlighting that the area’s lower crime rate is not due to sparse population but rather to effective local management of crime. The drop from March to April could be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased outdoor activity during spring and the Easter holiday period, which may have shifted patterns of public behaviour and policing priorities.