Rusthall and Langton Green Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rusthall and Langton Green recorded a crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents in October 2025, marking a 29.9% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.7. This figure places the area among the safer built-up regions in the country, though the month-on-month rise from 3.6 to 5.4 per 1,000 highlights recent fluctuations. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 34.9% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (27.9%) and criminal damage and arson (14%). The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings and the approach of Halloween—likely contributed to the 200% increase in anti-social behaviour. The area’s lower violent crime rate relative to the UK average may reflect its suburban character, with fewer high-density urban spaces that typically correlate with higher violence rates. However, the sharp rise in possession of weapons, which was 471% above the UK average, introduces a concern that requires further local scrutiny. While property crimes such as burglary and other thefts saw minor declines, the overall picture suggests a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics, with community engagement and policing strategies likely playing a role in maintaining the area’s relatively low crime profile.

October 2025 saw sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+200%), criminal damage and arson (+100%), and possession of weapons (+100%) compared to September. These spikes, particularly in anti-social behaviour, may be linked to Halloween activities or the transition to darker evenings, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. Conversely, other crime and public order offences both fell by 50%, suggesting a possible shift in criminal focus. Violent crimes, while remaining the most common category (34.9% of total), were 29% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, a disparity that may reflect the area's lower population density or community policing efforts. Residents should note the significant rise in possession of weapons, which was 471% above the UK average—a figure that, while based on limited data, could indicate heightened local tensions or isolated incidents.

Rusthall and Langton Green's crime rate in October 2025 rose by 48.1% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.6 to 5.4 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, remains 29.9% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. The daily crime count averaged 1 incident per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects a local context distinct from national trends. When scaled to the area's population of 7,973, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 185 residents—a statistic that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents but also highlights the significance of the month-on-month rise. This ratio provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, showing that while the area remains safer than the UK average, the recent uptick in specific crime categories warrants attention.