Crime Rate in Herne & Broomfield: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Herne & Broomfield

The total recorded crimes in Herne & Broomfield, Canterbury, UK in May 2025 are around 40 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Herne & Broomfield crime rate of 4.95 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (-27.78% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (400.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (-40.00% decrease)
Herne & Broomfield Crime Hotspots

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

  • Margate Road with total crimes: 5
  • School Lane with total crimes: 4
  • Rye Walk with total crimes: 3

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 May 2025 the Herne & Broomfield has recorded 40 crimes with crime rate of 4.95 ranking 11th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Herne & Broomfield)CrimesRank (Herne & Broomfield)CrimesRank (Herne & Broomfield)
Westgate319 13,335 13,216 1
Heron211 22,077 22,188 2
Northgate128 41,902 32,031 3
Barton166 31,871 41,841 4
Gorrell117 61,285 61,390 5
Wincheap117 51,411 51,129 6
St Stephen's76 7894 7873 7
Sturry59 9665 8652 8
Seasalter68 8647 9567 9
Blean Forest50 10334 12265 14
Chartham & Stone Street30 12422 11404 11
Chestfield26 14327 13279 12
Little Stour & Adisham20 18233 17273 13
West Bay28 13206 18163 20
Beltinge22 17266 14232 16
Greenhill24 16242 16264 15
Reculver15 20256 15179 18
Nailbourne25 15129 20174 19
Swalecliffe12 21170 19192 17
Tankerton16 19126 21152 21

Herne & Broomfield Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 44 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20252
March 20257
February 20252
January 20253
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20244
June 20246
May 20242

A total of 52 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20255
March 20252
February 20257
January 20251
December 20244
November 20247
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 202414
May 20244

A total of 208 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 16.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 202518
March 202512
February 202512
January 20257
December 202414
November 202415
October 202425
September 202411
August 202412
July 202414
June 202436
May 202419

A total of 19 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.73 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20241
October 20241
July 20242

A total of 28 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20255
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20245
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.15 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
August 20245
July 20243
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242
September 20241
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Herne & Broomfield in May 2025

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

1. Margate Road (Map)
Total5
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. School Lane (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Rye Walk (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
4. Cooper Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Heath Grove (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Talmead Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Park Royal (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Mill View Road (Map)
Total2
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
9. Thanet Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Bullockstone Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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