Crime Rate in Chestfield: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chestfield

The total recorded crimes in Chestfield, Canterbury, UK in March 2025 are around 24 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chestfield crime rate of 4.50 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Chestfield, encompassing approximately 5,330 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (10.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Chestfield Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Harvey Drive with total crimes: 6
  • Reeves Way with total crimes: 6
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 2

How safe is Chestfield?

To understand the safety of Chestfield, we need to analyze Chestfield crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Canterbury:

    • In 2024, Chestfield demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Canterbury average, with 327 crimes compared to 822.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Chestfield recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Chestfield had fewer crimes than the Canterbury average, with 279 crimes compared to 809. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Chestfield recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Canterbury, Chestfield has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Chestfield Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Chestfield has recorded 24 crimes with crime rate of 4.50 ranking 13th out of 20 in the Canterbury, UK

In 2024, the total Chestfield crimes were 327. The crime rate of Chestfield in 2024 was 61.34 (year) or 5.11 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Canterbury.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chestfield were around 279 crimes with yearly crime rate of 52.34 (year) or 4.36 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Canterbury.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Canterbury)CrimesRank (Canterbury)CrimesRank (Canterbury)
Westgate264 13,335 13,216 1
Heron176 22,077 22,188 2
Northgate161 41,902 32,031 3
Barton162 31,871 41,841 4
Gorrell100 61,285 61,390 5
Wincheap127 51,411 51,129 6
St Stephen's63 8894 7873 7
Seasalter90 7647 9567 9
Sturry57 9665 8652 8
Herne & Broomfield30 10456 10529 10
Chartham & Stone Street29 12422 11404 11
Blean Forest30 11334 12265 14
Little Stour & Adisham17 20233 17273 13
Beltinge21 16266 14232 16
Greenhill23 14242 16264 15
Reculver19 17256 15179 18
Nailbourne21 15129 20174 19
Swalecliffe17 18170 19192 17
West Bay17 19206 18163 20
Tankerton11 21126 21152 21

Chestfield Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Drugs also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 43 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245
July 20247
June 20244
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 122 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202510
January 20257
December 20246
November 20245
October 20249
September 20246
August 202416
July 20248
June 202422
May 202412
April 202410

A total of 38 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20244
July 20246
June 20246
May 20245
April 20246

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
July 20243
June 20246
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20246
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 22 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20252
December 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20241
April 20243

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
November 20241
September 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
October 20241
September 20245
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20243
October 20245
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20242

High Crime Locations Chestfield in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Chestfield postcode area is presented below.

1. Harvey Drive (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
2. Reeves Way (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting2
Public order1
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
4. The Drove (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Saddlers Mews (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Shrub Hill Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Dukeswood (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Bridewell Park (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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