Crime Rate in North Downs East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in North Downs East

The total recorded crimes in North Downs East, Folkestone and Hythe, UK in July 2025 are around 66 as per the recent police data. This equates to a North Downs East crime rate of 19.88 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 North Downs East, encompassing approximately 3,320 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (32) incidents (23.08% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (600.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-30.00% decrease)
North Downs East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3
  • Hurricane Way with total crimes: 3
  • Lewis Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is North Downs East?

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

  • Relative to Folkestone and Hythe:

    • In 2024, North Downs East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Folkestone and Hythe average, with 812 crimes compared to 818.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, North Downs East witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 12 other areas in the Folkestone and Hythe.

    • In 2023, North Downs East experienced a greater number of crimes than the Folkestone and Hythe average, with 931 crimes compared to 787. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, North Downs East witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 12 other areas in the Folkestone and Hythe.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

North Downs East Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the North Downs East has recorded 66 crimes with crime rate of 19.88 ranking 5th out of 12 in the Folkestone and Hythe, UK

In 2024, the total North Downs East crimes were 812. The crime rate of North Downs East in 2024 was 244.54 (year) or 20.38 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Folkestone and Hythe.

In 2023, the total crimes in North Downs East were around 931 crimes with yearly crime rate of 280.38 (year) or 23.36 (month) ranking 4 most dangerous area in the Folkestone and Hythe.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (North Downs East)CrimesRank (North Downs East)CrimesRank (North Downs East)
Folkestone Central271 13,062 12,591 1
Cheriton116 2967 31,144 2
East Folkestone76 31,050 21,067 3
Folkestone Harbour73 4808 5929 5
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

North Downs East 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 32 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (26 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 311 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.92 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202532
June 202526
May 202530
April 202526
March 202526
February 202522
January 202526
December 202423
November 202424
October 202431
September 202418
August 202427

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 49 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
May 20255
April 20254
March 20256
February 20257
January 20253
December 20242
November 20246
October 20241
September 20246
August 20243

A total of 26 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20254
March 20254
February 20251
January 20255
December 20242
October 20241
September 20243

A total of 43 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20251
May 20253
April 20256
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20246
October 20242
September 20246
August 20242

A total of 22 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.45 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 130 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.83 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202510
May 202526
April 202514
March 20259
February 20258
January 202511
December 20247
November 20248
October 20248
September 202411
August 202411

A total of 69 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20256
May 20258
April 20255
March 20253
February 20256
January 20254
December 20247
November 20246
October 20244
September 20246
August 202410

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20251
August 20241

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20256
April 20255
March 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20243
August 20242

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

MonthCount
June 20251

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

MonthCount
May 20251

High Crime Locations North Downs East in July 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Possession of weapons2
Other crime1
2. Hurricane Way (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Public order1
3. Lewis Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Millfield Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Canterbury Road (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Spitfire Way (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Coombe Wood Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
8. Newington Road (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Cuckoo Lane (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
10. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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