Southborough Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Southborough's overall crime rate in September 2025 stood at 3.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 59.5% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures underscores the area's relatively secure environment. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.5% of all reported crimes, followed by public order (15.6%) and anti-social behaviour (12.5%). These figures align with the seasonal rhythm of September, a time when back-to-school activities and university freshers' week may influence local dynamics. The drop in violent crime compared to previous months could reflect the settling-in period for students and staff. Public order offences, while still below the UK average, saw a 100% increase month-on-month, suggesting a need for closer attention to community engagement strategies in high-traffic areas. The area's built-up character within Tunbridge Wells may contribute to its distinct crime profile, where local amenities and population density interact with national trends in complex ways.

September 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with 'other crime' surging by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) and public order offences doubling from zero to five. This increase in 'other crime'—a category that includes non-specific but potentially serious offences—raises questions about unaddressed vulnerabilities. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 60% (from 10 to 4 incidents), and violent crimes dropped by 45.5% (from 22 to 12), though the latter remains 57% below the UK average. The area's violence rate of 1.1 per 1,000 is significantly lower than the UK's 2.6 per 1,000, a gap that may reflect the community's strong policing presence and local initiatives. However, the 87% increase in 'other crime' relative to the UK average (0.2 per 1,000) highlights a specific concern that warrants further scrutiny. Residents may find the 100% rise in public order offences particularly noteworthy, as these often occur in communal spaces and could indicate challenges in managing transient populations during the academic year.

Southborough's crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 in September 2025 represents a 38.4% decrease from the previous month's 4.9 per 1,000, illustrating a clear downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that places it among the lowest in the UK context. When scaled to the population of 10,560, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 330 residents—a ratio that suggests a relatively low risk of personal victimisation compared to national averages. This is particularly striking when considering that the UK average for violent crime alone is 2.6 per 1,000, while Southborough's rate for this category is 1.1 per 1,000. The area's compact, built-up nature within Tunbridge Wells likely contributes to its lower crime rates, as localised policing and community cohesion may mitigate broader national trends. However, the 87% increase in 'other crime' relative to the UK average indicates a specific challenge that requires targeted interventions, even as overall crime rates remain well below national benchmarks.