Rusthall and Langton Green Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2025, Rusthall and Langton Green recorded 34 crimes at a rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 46.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violent crimes, which accounted for 58.8% of all reported incidents, compared to property crimes (5.9%) and anti-social behaviour (26.5%). This stark imbalance between violent and property crimes may partly explain the area’s relatively low overall rate, as violent crimes are often more concentrated in specific locations or times, whereas property crimes tend to be more evenly distributed. The seasonal context of August—a peak holiday month—likely contributes to the higher proportion of violent crimes, as increased foot traffic, tourism, and the presence of empty homes during summer vacations may heighten risks in public spaces. However, the area’s overall safety is reinforced by the fact that its rate of violence and sexual offences (2.5 per 1,000) is 13% below the UK average, a statistic that could reflect effective policing or the community’s demographic composition. Anti-social behaviour, though still present, is also significantly lower than the UK average (25% below), suggesting that local initiatives or the built-up nature of the area may help mitigate such incidents. Meanwhile, burglary and drug-related crimes saw notable increases, with both rising by 100% compared to July, though these remain at levels far below the UK averages (burglary is 11% above, while drugs are 63% below). The data also indicates a sharp decline in criminal damage and arson, which is now 49% below the UK average, a trend that may be linked to targeted enforcement or community awareness campaigns. These patterns collectively illustrate a small, relatively safe built-up area where violent crimes dominate but remain well below national levels, and where seasonal factors play a significant role in shaping the monthly crime picture.

August 2025 revealed a stark contrast in crime types, with violent crimes (20 incidents) far outnumbering property crimes (4 incidents). This imbalance, where violence and sexual offences accounted for 58.8% of total crimes, is 13% below the UK average for that category. The month-on-month changes further highlight shifting dynamics: burglary and drug-related crimes both increased by 100% compared to July, while anti-social behaviour decreased by 18.2% and criminal damage and arson dropped by 33.3%. These fluctuations may partly explain the overall stability in the area’s crime rate despite the rise in specific categories. For residents, the 25% increase in violent crimes from 16 to 20 incidents underscores the need for continued vigilance, particularly during the peak holiday season when tourism could heighten risks in public spaces. Meanwhile, the significant drop in criminal damage and arson, now at 0.3 per 1,000 compared to 0.6 per 1,000 in the UK, suggests local efforts may be effectively curbing such offences.

The crime rate in Rusthall and Langton Green for August 2025 stands at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 5.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.5 per 1,000. This slight decline suggests a continued trend of stability in local crime statistics, though the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported per day in August, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 7,973 residents. Over the course of the month, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 235 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of crime in this built-up area. When compared to the UK average, the area’s overall crime rate is 46.9% lower, a statistic that highlights the effectiveness of local policing or the community’s inherent characteristics in maintaining safety. The population-scaled perspective further reinforces that residents face a markedly lower risk of encountering crime compared to the national average, though the slight month-on-month fluctuation indicates that no single factor dominates the crime picture.