Crime Rate in Tankerton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Tankerton

The total recorded crimes in Tankerton, Canterbury, UK in July 2025 are around 24 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Tankerton crime rate of 3.67 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 Tankerton, encompassing approximately 6,546 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (15) incidents (1400.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Tankerton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Beach Walk with total crimes: 6
  • Park Avenue with total crimes: 6
  • Marine Parade with total crimes: 4

How safe is Tankerton?

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

  • Relative to Canterbury:

    • In 2024, Tankerton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Canterbury average, with 126 crimes compared to 822.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Tankerton recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Canterbury.

    • In 2023, Tankerton had fewer crimes than the Canterbury average, with 152 crimes compared to 809. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Tankerton recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Canterbury.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Tankerton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Tankerton has recorded 24 crimes with crime rate of 3.67 ranking 16th out of 20 in the Canterbury, UK

In 2024, the total Tankerton crimes were 126. The crime rate of Tankerton in 2024 was 19.25 (year) or 1.60 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Canterbury.

In 2023, the total crimes in Tankerton were around 152 crimes with yearly crime rate of 23.22 (year) or 1.93 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the Canterbury.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Tankerton)CrimesRank (Tankerton)CrimesRank (Tankerton)
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
Herne & Broomfield43 10456 10529 10
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
Swalecliffe22 17170 19192 17
West Bay21 19206 18163 20
Nailbourne22 18129 20174 19

Tankerton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Robbery incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Other crime (2 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (2 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 29 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.62 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 20251
May 20253
April 20253
March 20252
December 20241
October 20243
August 20241

A total of 8 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
April 20251
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 40 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 20251
April 20251
March 20256
February 20255
January 20251
December 20245
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20253
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 9 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20253
March 20251
October 20242
August 20242

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

MonthCount
June 20252

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

MonthCount
May 20251
December 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20252
February 20252
December 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20252
January 20251
December 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
September 20241

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

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Tankerton in July 2025

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

1. Beach Walk (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Park Avenue (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Marine Parade (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
4. B2205 (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Tankerton Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Cliff Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Graystone Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. South Lodge Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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