Crime Rate in Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne

The total recorded crimes in Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne, Dover, UK in March 2025 are around 14 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne crime rate of 61.22 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 Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne, encompassing approximately 228 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne Crime Hotspots

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

  • New Dover Road with total crimes: 3
  • Alkham Valley Road with total crimes: 2
  • Sea View Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne?

To understand the safety of Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne, we need to analyze Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Dover:

    • In 2024, Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Dover average, with 180 crimes compared to 738.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne had fewer crimes than the Dover average, with 171 crimes compared to 719. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Dover, Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne has recorded 14 crimes with crime rate of 61.22 ranking 17th out of 16 in the Dover, UK

In 2024, the total Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne crimes were 180. The crime rate of Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne in 2024 was 787.06 (year) or 65.59 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Dover.

In 2023, the total crimes in Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne were around 171 crimes with yearly crime rate of 747.70 (year) or 62.31 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Dover.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Dover)CrimesRank (Dover)CrimesRank (Dover)
Town & Castle201 13,001 12,898 1
St Radigunds87 21,287 21,431 2
Tower Hamlets65 5953 3963 3
North Deal72 3824 4841 4
Buckland71 4757 6831 5
Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell51 8817 5705 6
Eastry Rural64 6601 9633 8
Sandwich54 7700 7639 7
Middle Deal51 9654 8592 9
Mill Hill49 10558 10502 10
Whitfield39 11485 12451 11
Walmer34 12528 11437 12
Guston, Kingsdown & St Margaret's-at-Cliffe15 16353 13294 13
Maxton & Elms Vale25 13314 14294 14
Little Stour & Ashstone19 14288 15277 15
Dover Downs & River18 15254 16260 16

Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 5 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

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

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 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 (3 cases).

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

Recorded incidents of Criminal damage and arson were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 28 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20244
June 20246
May 20245
April 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 70 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20257
December 20247
November 20245
October 20243
September 20244
August 20244
July 20246
June 202414
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
October 20241
September 20245
August 20243
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 7 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
August 20241
July 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 23 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20247
April 20242

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
June 20242
April 20243

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20241
September 20243
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 1 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

High Crime Locations Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne postcode area is presented below.

1. New Dover Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Alkham Valley Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Sea View Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Elms Hill (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Red Barn Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Albany Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Cauldham Lane (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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