Rusthall and Langton Green Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

November 2023 saw Rusthall and Langton Green maintain a crime rate significantly lower than the UK average, but with notable shifts in crime patterns that warrant attention. The area recorded 31 crimes in total, translating to a rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents—48% below the national average of 7.5 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s generally safer profile compared to the UK as a whole, though local conditions suggest a need for vigilance in specific areas. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 18 incidents (58.1% of total crimes) at a rate of 2.3 per 1,000. This figure is 11% below the UK average for this category, suggesting that while violent crime remains a concern, it is less prevalent here than nationally. Anti-social behaviour followed with 4 incidents (12.9% of total crimes), at a rate of 0.5 per 1,000—52% below the UK average. These figures may partly reflect the area’s quieter, more residential character, though the seasonality of November, with its shorter evenings and events like Bonfire Night, could contribute to spikes in certain types of incidents. Public order offences, at 3 cases (0.4 per 1,000), also fell well below the UK average, indicating that disorderly conduct is not a major issue in this built-up area within Tunbridge Wells. However, the relatively low levels of property crime—only 4 incidents (6.5% of total crimes) at 0.3 per 1,000—suggest that residential areas here may be less prone to theft than other parts of the country. This could be linked to the area’s suburban layout, where homes are more spread out and community engagement may act as a deterrent. The seasonal context of November, with its mix of Black Friday shopping and Bonfire Night, may have influenced the mix of crimes. Residents should be aware that while the area is generally safe, the concentration of violent crimes in a single category indicates a need for targeted awareness and community vigilance.

The month-on-month changes in November 2023 reveal a mixed picture of rising and falling crime trends. One of the most striking increases was in possession of weapons, which surged by 100% from zero to one incident. This rise, though small in absolute terms, is significant and may indicate a shift in local criminal activity that warrants closer monitoring. Conversely, several categories saw notable declines. Other crime fell by 80% month-on-month, from five to one incident, suggesting a reduction in minor or unspecified offences. Criminal damage and arson also dropped sharply by 75%, from four to one case, possibly due to seasonal factors or increased community reporting. Other theft fell by 50%, from four to two incidents. The overall crime mix in November was heavily skewed toward violent crimes, which accounted for 58.1% of all incidents. This contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences make up a smaller proportion of total crime. The area’s violent crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 is 11% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, but the absolute number of incidents—18—still represents a significant portion of the total crime count. This may reflect local demographic or social factors, such as the presence of younger populations or specific community dynamics. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.5 per 1,000, is 52% below the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000, suggesting that disruptive behaviour is less common in this area than nationally. However, the rise in weapon possession—a category where the area’s rate is 67% above the UK average—highlights a unique concern that may require additional community engagement or policing efforts.

When comparing November 2023 to the previous month, the crime rate in Rusthall and Langton Green fell by 43.6%, dropping from 6.9 per 1,000 to 3.9 per 1,000. This significant decline underscores the area’s generally stable and improving crime profile. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that is likely to be perceived as manageable by local residents. However, when scaled to the population of 7,973, the monthly exposure to crime is one reported incident for every 257 residents—a statistic that, while low, serves as a reminder of the potential for crime in any community. This monthly aggregate does not account for variations in daily patterns or the concentration of crimes in specific areas or times. The previous month’s higher rate may have been influenced by seasonal factors such as the end of the academic term or the approach of Halloween, which can sometimes correlate with increased anti-social behaviour or property crime. In contrast, November’s lower rate may reflect the quieter nature of the area or the impact of local initiatives aimed at crime prevention. The stark difference between the area’s rate and the UK average—48% lower—further reinforces the notion that Rusthall and Langton Green is a relatively safe place to live. However, the spike in weapon possession, which is 67% above the UK average, highlights a specific vulnerability that may not be reflected in broader national trends. Residents should be aware that while the overall picture is positive, certain categories of crime may require targeted attention to ensure continued safety.