Crime Rate in Nailbourne: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Nailbourne

The total recorded crimes in Nailbourne, Canterbury, UK in March 2025 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Nailbourne crime rate of 43.98 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 Nailbourne, encompassing approximately 477 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Nailbourne Crime Hotspots

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

  • Rectory Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Bonny Bush Hill with total crimes: 3
  • Brewery Lane with total crimes: 3

How safe is Nailbourne?

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

  • Relative to Canterbury:

    • In 2024, Nailbourne demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Canterbury average, with 129 crimes compared to 822.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Nailbourne recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Nailbourne had fewer crimes than the Canterbury average, with 174 crimes compared to 809. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Nailbourne recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Nailbourne Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Nailbourne has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 43.98 ranking 15th out of 20 in the Canterbury, UK

In 2024, the total Nailbourne crimes were 129. The crime rate of Nailbourne in 2024 was 270.16 (year) or 22.51 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Canterbury.

In 2023, the total crimes in Nailbourne were around 174 crimes with yearly crime rate of 364.40 (year) or 30.37 (month) ranking 19 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
Chestfield24 13327 13279 12
Little Stour & Adisham17 20233 17273 13
Beltinge21 16266 14232 16
Greenhill23 14242 16264 15
Reculver19 17256 15179 18
Swalecliffe17 18170 19192 17
West Bay17 19206 18163 20
Tankerton11 21126 21152 21

Nailbourne Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (3 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 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (1 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
October 20242
July 20244
June 20242
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 95 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202512
January 20258
December 20245
November 20245
October 20245
September 20244
August 20243
July 20247
June 202416
May 20244
April 202411

A total of 10 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
September 20241
July 20241
April 20243

A total of 8 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
September 20241
July 20242
April 20241

A total of 13 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20252
December 20243
September 20241
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 10 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
September 20241
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 2 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
May 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Nailbourne in March 2025

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

1. Rectory Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Bonny Bush Hill (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Brewery Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Oakleigh Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Out Elmstead Lane (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
6. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Bifrons Hill (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. De Havillands (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Aerodrome Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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