Crime Rate in Folkestone Harbour: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Folkestone Harbour

The total recorded crimes in Folkestone Harbour, Folkestone and Hythe, UK in July 2025 are around 73 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Folkestone Harbour crime rate of 4.44 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 Folkestone Harbour, encompassing approximately 16,449 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (30) incidents (3.45% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (10) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-22.22% decrease)
Folkestone Harbour Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Stade with total crimes: 6
  • Hollands Avenue with total crimes: 5
  • North Street with total crimes: 4

How safe is Folkestone Harbour?

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

  • Relative to Folkestone and Hythe:

    • In 2024, Folkestone Harbour demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Folkestone and Hythe average, with 808 crimes compared to 818.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Folkestone Harbour witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 12 other areas in the Folkestone and Hythe.

    • In 2023, Folkestone Harbour experienced a greater number of crimes than the Folkestone and Hythe average, with 929 crimes compared to 787. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Folkestone Harbour witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 12 other areas in the Folkestone and Hythe.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Folkestone Harbour Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Folkestone Harbour has recorded 73 crimes with crime rate of 4.44 ranking 4th out of 12 in the Folkestone and Hythe, UK

In 2024, the total Folkestone Harbour crimes were 808. The crime rate of Folkestone Harbour in 2024 was 49.12 (year) or 4.09 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Folkestone and Hythe.

In 2023, the total crimes in Folkestone Harbour were around 929 crimes with yearly crime rate of 56.48 (year) or 4.71 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Folkestone and Hythe.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Folkestone Harbour)CrimesRank (Folkestone Harbour)CrimesRank (Folkestone Harbour)
Folkestone Central271 13,062 12,591 1
Cheriton116 2967 31,144 2
East Folkestone76 31,050 21,067 3
North Downs East66 5812 4931 4
Hythe64 7767 6659 6
New Romney64 6591 8521 9
Broadmead54 8708 7640 7
Walland & Denge Marsh48 9515 9527 8
Romney Marsh39 10441 10409 10
Hythe Rural15 13327 12292 11
North Downs West21 12330 11253 13
Sandgate & West Folkestone24 11251 13270 12

Folkestone Harbour Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (29 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (8 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 Criminal damage and arson (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 121 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.08 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20259
May 20257
April 202510
March 20258
February 202510
January 202512
December 202411
November 202421
October 20247
September 20246
August 202413

A total of 322 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202530
June 202529
May 202527
April 202519
March 202531
February 202525
January 202525
December 202425
November 202425
October 202425
September 202426
August 202435

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
October 20241

A total of 61 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20254
May 20258
April 202510
March 20256
February 20253
January 20254
December 20242
November 20244
October 20246
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 25 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20253
April 20255
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 31 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20252
April 20253
March 20253
February 20257
January 20255
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
August 20244

A total of 34 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20251
April 20253
March 20257
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 52 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20251
May 20258
April 20255
March 20253
February 20256
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
September 20245
August 20245

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20245
August 20242

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
November 20242

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
February 20251
August 20242

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
August 20241

High Crime Locations Folkestone Harbour in July 2025

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

1. The Stade (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Bicycle theft1
2. Hollands Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
Drugs1
Other theft1
3. North Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Other theft1
4. Nightclub (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
5. Ryland Place (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Charlotte Street (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Public order1
7. Queen Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs1
9. Lawrence Court (Map)
Total3
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Promenade (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Public order1

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