Crime Rate in Walland & Denge Marsh: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Walland & Denge Marsh

The total recorded crimes in Walland & Denge Marsh, Folkestone and Hythe, UK in May 2025 are around 56 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Walland & Denge Marsh crime rate of 15.63 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 Walland & Denge Marsh, encompassing approximately 3,583 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (36.84% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (12) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (-40.00% decrease)
Walland & Denge Marsh Crime Hotspots

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

  • Salter'S Lane with total crimes: 7
  • Brewers Close with total crimes: 4
  • Grisbrook Farm Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Walland & Denge Marsh?

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

  • Relative to Folkestone and Hythe:

    • In 2024, Walland & Denge Marsh demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Folkestone and Hythe average, with 515 crimes compared to 818.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Walland & Denge Marsh recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 12 other areas in the Folkestone and Hythe.

    • In 2023, Walland & Denge Marsh had fewer crimes than the Folkestone and Hythe average, with 527 crimes compared to 787. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Walland & Denge Marsh recorded fewer crimes than 7 out of 12 other areas in the Folkestone and Hythe.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Folkestone and Hythe, Walland & Denge Marsh has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Walland & Denge Marsh Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Walland & Denge Marsh has recorded 56 crimes with crime rate of 15.63 ranking 7th out of 12 in the Folkestone and Hythe, UK

In 2024, the total Walland & Denge Marsh crimes were 515. The crime rate of Walland & Denge Marsh in 2024 was 143.71 (year) or 11.98 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Folkestone and Hythe.

In 2023, the total crimes in Walland & Denge Marsh were around 527 crimes with yearly crime rate of 147.05 (year) or 12.25 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Folkestone and Hythe.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Walland & Denge Marsh)CrimesRank (Walland & Denge Marsh)CrimesRank (Walland & Denge Marsh)
Folkestone Central227 13,062 12,591 1
Cheriton77 3967 31,144 2
East Folkestone77 41,050 21,067 3
North Downs East88 2812 4931 4
Folkestone Harbour61 6808 5929 5
Hythe63 5767 6659 6
Broadmead49 8708 7640 7
New Romney29 10591 8521 9
Romney Marsh33 9441 10409 10
Hythe Rural14 13327 12292 11
North Downs West25 12330 11253 13
Sandgate & West Folkestone26 11251 13270 12

Walland & Denge Marsh Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 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 (18 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 46 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20256
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
September 20244
August 20242
July 20241
June 202410
May 20246

A total of 25 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20254
March 20252
January 20252
November 20242
September 20241
July 20243
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 276 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 21.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202526
April 202519
March 202520
February 202511
January 202521
December 202421
November 202418
October 202412
September 202420
August 202419
July 202426
June 202436
May 202427

A total of 69 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 202510
March 20256
January 20255
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20244
August 20248
July 20244
June 202412
May 20248

A total of 79 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 20256
March 20256
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20245
August 20243
July 20243
June 202418
May 20247

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20246

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
May 20242

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
October 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
May 20242

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 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

High Crime Locations Walland & Denge Marsh in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Walland & Denge Marsh postcode area is presented below.

1. Salter'S Lane (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Brewers Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Grisbrook Farm Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Taylor Road (Map)
Total3
Drugs2
Possession of weapons1
5. New Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
6. Rype Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Manor Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
8. Roberts Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. The Parade (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. West Place (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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