Crime in Cheriton, Folkestone and Hythe
Comprehensive safety analysis for Cheriton, localized within Folkestone and Hythe.
Total Crimes
Annual Crime Rate
Safety Rating
ModerateTotal Population
12-Month Crime Trend
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station Map | Shoplifting: 14Other theft: 3 | 17 |
| On or near Cheriton Interchange Map | Shoplifting: 11 | 11 |
| On or near Kings Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Weymouth Close Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2Drugs: 1Possession of weapons: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Taylor Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3Vehicle crime: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Canada Close Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Danton Lane Map | Other theft: 1Vehicle crime: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Samian Crescent Map | Criminal damage and arson: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Channel Tunnel Terminal Map | Other theft: 1Possession of weapons: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Broomfield Road Map | Burglary: 1Vehicle crime: 1 | 2 |
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Local Priorities
Scooters/e-bikes.
Issued: 15 Apr 2026
Status Update
This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.
We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.
Actioned: 15 Apr 2026
Road safety.
Issued: 15 Apr 2026
Status Update
This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.
We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.
Actioned: 15 Apr 2026
Antisocial behaviour.
Issued: 15 Apr 2026
Status Update
This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.
We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.
Actioned: 15 Apr 2026
Engagement Events
Cheriton Ward Surgery
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Morrisons, 148 Cheriton Road Folkestone
Cheriton Ward Surgery
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Morrisons, 148 Cheriton Road Folkestone
Cheriton SURGERY
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Morrisons, 148 Cheriton Road Folkestone
Cheriton Ward Surgery
other10:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Morrisons Cafe, 148 Cheriton Road Folkestone
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