Royal Tunbridge Wells Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Royal Tunbridge Wells recorded a crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents in October 2025, placing it 11.7% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure, while showing a 5.9% increase from September's 6.4 per 1,000, remains indicative of a relatively safe environment, particularly when compared to larger urban areas. The most significant crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 30.3% of total incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 25.3%. These figures align with the area's character as a built-up area within Tunbridge Wells, where a mix of residential, commercial, and public spaces may influence crime patterns. Seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings and the proximity of Halloween, likely play a role in the increased anti-social behaviour reported this month. However, the overall crime rate remains stable, with no sudden spikes in absolute numbers. The drop in shoplifting and the significant reductions in robbery and theft from the person suggest potential shifts in criminal activity, possibly linked to seasonal retail closures or increased police presence. The area's violent crime rate (2.1 per 1,000) is 21% below the UK average, reinforcing its status as a low-violence locality. This data underscores the importance of contextual factors, such as local demographics and the physical layout of the area, in shaping crime trends. While the rise in anti-social behaviour highlights a specific challenge, the broader picture remains one of relative safety and stability.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in October 2025 was the 44.4% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 63 to 91 incidents. This surge, though not uncommon in October, aligns with the transition to darker evenings and the proximity of Halloween, which may amplify public gatherings and associated disturbances. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 37.1% (from 62 to 39), a decline that contrasts with the 11% UK average for the category. This drop may reflect heightened policing efforts or seasonal retail patterns. Violent crimes remained the most prevalent category (30.3% of total), but they were 21% below the UK average, consistent with the area's generally lower violent crime profile. Robbery and theft from the person each halved, declining from 4 to 2 and 2 to 1 respectively, a reduction that may indicate improved security measures or reduced opportunities during the month. The area's anti-social behaviour rate (1.7 per 1,000) was 35% above the UK average (1.3 per 1,000), a disparity that may reflect local challenges in managing public spaces during peak seasonal times.

Royal Tunbridge Wells' crime rate in October 2025 rose 5.9% from 6.4 to 6.8 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a modest upward trend despite remaining 11.7% below the UK average. This increase aligns with seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings and the approach of Halloween, which may influence local dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 12 crimes per day in October, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of criminal activity compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 147 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area well below the UK average. This statistic highlights the stability of the local environment, where crime remains distributed across a population of 52,894 without significant spikes in absolute numbers. The context of a built-up area within Tunbridge Wells, which balances residential and commercial spaces, likely contributes to this pattern, as crime rates in such areas are often influenced by both community cohesion and the presence of retail or public spaces that attract foot traffic.