Crime Rate in Herne & Broomfield: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Herne & Broomfield

The total recorded crimes in Herne & Broomfield, Canterbury, UK in July 2025 are around 43 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Herne & Broomfield crime rate of 5.32 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 Herne & Broomfield, encompassing approximately 8,081 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (-4.55% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (600.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (-54.55% decrease)
Herne & Broomfield Crime Hotspots

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

  • Mill Lane (North) with total crimes: 4
  • Thanet Way with total crimes: 3
  • Busheyfields Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Herne & Broomfield?

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

  • Relative to Canterbury:

    • In 2024, Herne & Broomfield demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Canterbury average, with 456 crimes compared to 822.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Herne & Broomfield witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 20 other areas in the Canterbury.

    • In 2023, Herne & Broomfield had fewer crimes than the Canterbury average, with 529 crimes compared to 809. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Herne & Broomfield witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 20 other areas in the Canterbury.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Herne & Broomfield Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Herne & Broomfield has recorded 43 crimes with crime rate of 5.32 ranking 10th out of 20 in the Canterbury, UK

In 2024, the total Herne & Broomfield crimes were 456. The crime rate of Herne & Broomfield in 2024 was 56.42 (year) or 4.70 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Canterbury.

In 2023, the total crimes in Herne & Broomfield were around 529 crimes with yearly crime rate of 65.45 (year) or 5.45 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Canterbury.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Herne & Broomfield)CrimesRank (Herne & Broomfield)CrimesRank (Herne & Broomfield)
Westgate340 13,335 13,216 1
Heron194 32,077 22,188 2
Gorrell208 21,285 61,390 5
Northgate174 51,902 32,031 3
Barton183 41,871 41,841 4
Wincheap88 71,411 51,129 6
St Stephen's108 6894 7873 7
Sturry86 8665 8652 8
Seasalter77 9647 9567 9
Chartham & Stone Street35 12422 11404 11
Chestfield40 11327 13279 12
Blean Forest30 13334 12265 14
Little Stour & Adisham24 14233 17273 13
Beltinge17 21266 14232 16
Greenhill24 15242 16264 15
Reculver20 20256 15179 18
Tankerton24 16126 21152 21
Swalecliffe22 17170 19192 17
West Bay21 19206 18163 20
Nailbourne22 18129 20174 19

Herne & Broomfield Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 182 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202522
May 202513
April 202518
March 202512
February 202512
January 20257
December 202414
November 202415
October 202425
September 202411
August 202412

A total of 48 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 202511
May 202510
April 20252
March 20257
February 20252
January 20253
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20251
May 20253
April 20254
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 40 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 20253
April 20255
March 20252
February 20257
January 20251
December 20244
November 20247
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242
September 20241

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 19 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.73 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20253
April 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
March 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 19 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20253
April 20255
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20252
April 20252
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
August 20245

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20241
October 20241

High Crime Locations Herne & Broomfield in July 2025

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

1. Mill Lane (North) (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Thanet Way (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
3. Busheyfields Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Blenheim Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Plaxton Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Talmead Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Bristol Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Plough Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Bayliss Court Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Hicks Forstal Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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