Rusthall and Langton Green Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 7,973 residents, 23 crimes were recorded in January 2026 — an average of 3 crimes for every 1,000 people. This rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents places Rusthall and Langton Green 57.4% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. The area's crime profile reflects a mix of local and national trends, with violence and sexual offences making up 34.8% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.7%) and criminal damage and arson (13.0%). Seasonal factors likely play a role in these figures: January typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to lower rates of outdoor crimes such as vehicle theft or burglary. However, the area's lower-than-average crime rate suggests a combination of effective community policing, lower population density compared to major urban centres, and possibly fewer concentrated risk factors such as high-density housing or heavy foot traffic in commercial zones. The violent crime rate (1.0 per 1,000) is 60% below the UK average for this category, which may indicate strong local efforts in addressing public safety concerns. The prevalence of anti-social behaviour, while still below the UK average, highlights the need for targeted interventions in community spaces where such incidents are concentrated.

January 2026 saw significant month-on-month changes in specific crime categories. Anti-social behaviour surged by 150%, increasing from 2 to 5 incidents, suggesting a potential spike in community tensions or unaddressed local issues. Possession of weapons also rose sharply, doubling from 1 to 2 cases — a 100% increase that contrasts with the UK average, where this category is 329% below the national rate. Meanwhile, burglary — which had not occurred in the area the previous month — rose to 2 incidents, marking a 100% increase. This shift may reflect seasonal patterns, with colder weather potentially increasing indoor crime opportunities. Conversely, drug-related offences dropped by 66.7%, from 3 to 1 case, and other thefts decreased by 33.3%, from 3 to 2. The latter decline could be linked to reduced retail activity during the post-holiday period. Violence and sexual offences, while remaining the most common crime type, fell by 20% compared to December 2025, indicating the effectiveness of local initiatives or a natural seasonal dip. The area's violent crime rate (1.0 per 1,000) is 60% below the UK average, but the possession of weapons category stands out as an anomaly, with the local rate 329% above the national average. This discrepancy underscores the need for targeted monitoring of weapon-related incidents, even in areas with otherwise low crime rates.

Compared to December 2025, the crime rate in Rusthall and Langton Green decreased by 11.7%, from 3.3 to 2.9 per 1,000 residents. This decline, while modest, aligns with the typical seasonal pattern observed in many UK areas, where crime rates tend to drop during the post-holiday period. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day in January 2026 — a figure that, while seemingly low, still provides context for residents and local authorities. When scaled to the population, this translates to a monthly exposure rate of 1 reported crime for every 347 residents. To put this into perspective, if a resident lived in the area for a full year, they would statistically encounter a crime roughly once every 3.5 months — a rate significantly lower than the UK average. This relative safety is amplified by the area's small population size and likely lower population density compared to major urban centres. However, the monthly exposure metric is a useful tool for understanding risk: it indicates that while the likelihood of being directly affected by crime is low, the presence of any crime at all remains a concern for local communities. The comparison also highlights the importance of maintaining current policing strategies, as even small fluctuations in crime rates can have meaningful impacts on resident perceptions of safety.