Crime Rate in Herne & Broomfield: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Herne & Broomfield

The total recorded crimes in Herne & Broomfield, Canterbury, UK in February 2026 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Herne & Broomfield crime rate of 2.60 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 Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (-40.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (-55.56% decrease)
Herne & Broomfield Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bristol Close with total crimes: 3
  • Kingsfield Road with total crimes: 3
  • Mill Lane 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 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.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Herne & Broomfield)CrimesRank (Herne & Broomfield)CrimesRank (Herne & Broomfield)
WestgateNA NA3,335 13,216 1
HeronNA NA2,077 22,188 2
NorthgateNA NA1,902 32,031 3
BartonNA NA1,871 41,841 4
GorrellNA NA1,285 61,390 5
WincheapNA NA1,411 51,129 6
St Stephen'sNA NA894 7873 7
SturryNA NA665 8652 8
SeasalterNA NA647 9567 9
Chartham & Stone StreetNA NA422 11404 11
ChestfieldNA NA327 13279 12
Blean ForestNA NA334 12265 14
Little Stour & AdishamNA NA233 17273 13
BeltingeNA NA266 14232 16
GreenhillNA NA242 16264 15
ReculverNA NA256 15179 18
SwalecliffeNA NA170 19192 17
West BayNA NA206 18163 20
NailbourneNA NA129 20174 19
TankertonNA NA126 21152 21

Herne & Broomfield Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2025 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 5 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

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.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 46 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.54 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
January 20261
December 20253
November 20254
October 20253
September 20254
August 20253
July 20254
June 20253
May 20253
April 20255
March 20252
February 20257

A total of 77 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
January 20269
December 20255
November 20252
October 20256
September 20257
August 20257
July 20255
June 202511
May 202510
April 20252
March 20257
February 20252

A total of 45 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.46 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
January 20264
December 20253
November 20254
October 20252
September 20253
August 20253
July 20257
June 20251
May 20253
April 20254
March 20254
February 20253

A total of 193 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 14.85 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20266
January 202610
December 20256
November 202518
October 202514
September 202525
August 202516
July 202521
June 202522
May 202513
April 202518
March 202512
February 202512

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20264
November 20251
October 20254
September 20253
August 20253
June 20252
March 20251

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
August 20251
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20263
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
August 20251
May 20252
April 20252

A total of 26 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 20251
November 20251
October 20253
September 20254
August 20253
July 20252
June 20253
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 17 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
September 20251
August 20251
June 20252
May 20253
April 20255
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 13 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
July 20252
June 20251
May 20253
April 20252
February 20251

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
June 20251

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20251
October 20252
August 20251
June 20253
May 20252
April 20252
February 20251

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251
May 20251

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 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

High Crime Locations Herne & Broomfield in February 2026

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

1. Bristol Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Kingsfield Road (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Mill Lane (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Thanet Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Bullockstone Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
6. Steed Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Blenheim Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Plaxton Way (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Mill Lane (North) (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Bowland Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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