The total recorded crimes in North Downs West, Folkestone and Hythe, UK in February 2026 are around 15 as per the recent police data. This equates to a North Downs West crime rate of 18.41 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 West, encompassing approximately 814 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of North Downs West, we need to analyze North Downs West 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 West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Folkestone and Hythe average, with 330 crimes compared to 818.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, North Downs West recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 12 other areas in the Folkestone and Hythe.
In 2023, North Downs West had fewer crimes than the Folkestone and Hythe average, with 253 crimes compared to 787. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, North Downs West recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 12 other areas in the Folkestone and Hythe.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Folkestone and Hythe, North Downs West has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In 2024, the total North Downs West crimes were 330. The crime rate of North Downs West in 2024 was 404.96 (year) or 33.75 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Folkestone and Hythe.
In 2023, the total crimes in North Downs West were around 253 crimes with yearly crime rate of 310.47 (year) or 25.87 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Folkestone and Hythe.
| Area | February 2026 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (North Downs West) | Crimes | Rank (North Downs West) | Crimes | Rank (North Downs West) | |
| Folkestone Central | NA | NA | 3,062 | 1 | 2,591 | 1 |
| Cheriton | NA | NA | 967 | 3 | 1,144 | 2 |
| East Folkestone | NA | NA | 1,050 | 2 | 1,067 | 3 |
| North Downs East | NA | NA | 812 | 4 | 931 | 4 |
| Folkestone Harbour | NA | NA | 808 | 5 | 929 | 5 |
| Hythe | NA | NA | 767 | 6 | 659 | 6 |
| Broadmead | NA | NA | 708 | 7 | 640 | 7 |
| Walland & Denge Marsh | NA | NA | 515 | 9 | 527 | 8 |
| New Romney | NA | NA | 591 | 8 | 521 | 9 |
| Romney Marsh | NA | NA | 441 | 10 | 409 | 10 |
| Hythe Rural | NA | NA | 327 | 12 | 292 | 11 |
| Sandgate & West Folkestone | NA | NA | 251 | 13 | 270 | 12 |
February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.
During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (3 cases).
In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (4 incidents) also being high.
For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).
July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (3 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (6 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) and then Drugs 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 10 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 3 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 6 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 3 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
A total of 110 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.46 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 5 |
| January 2026 | 4 |
| December 2025 | 7 |
| November 2025 | 5 |
| October 2025 | 11 |
| September 2025 | 8 |
| August 2025 | 13 |
| July 2025 | 8 |
| June 2025 | 9 |
| May 2025 | 12 |
| April 2025 | 15 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 10 |
A total of 28 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| January 2026 | 1 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 3 |
| October 2025 | 3 |
| September 2025 | 2 |
| August 2025 | 6 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 3 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 4 |
A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 2 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 2 |
| January 2026 | 1 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 4 |
| April 2025 | 4 |
A total of 41 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.10 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 9 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 12 |
| July 2025 | 7 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 4 |
| March 2025 | 4 |
A total of 21 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 4 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 3 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 3 |
| May 2025 | 4 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
A total of 21 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 3 |
| November 2025 | 3 |
| September 2025 | 4 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 4 |
A total of 13 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 2 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 4 |
| August 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the North Downs West postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 6 |
| Drugs | 3 |
| Possession of weapons | 3 |
| Total | 3 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 3 |
| Total | 3 |
| Vehicle crime | 2 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |