Crime Rate in Ash and New Ash Green: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ash and New Ash Green

The total recorded crimes in Ash and New Ash Green, Sevenoaks, UK in July 2025 are around 44 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ash and New Ash Green crime rate of 6.29 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 Ash and New Ash Green, encompassing approximately 6,990 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (20) incidents (5.26% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (11.11% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Ash and New Ash Green Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 6
  • Capelands with total crimes: 4
  • Farm Holt with total crimes: 3

How safe is Ash and New Ash Green?

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

  • Relative to Sevenoaks:

    • In 2024, Ash and New Ash Green demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sevenoaks average, with 353 crimes compared to 356.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Ash and New Ash Green witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 25 other areas in the Sevenoaks.

    • In 2023, Ash and New Ash Green experienced a greater number of crimes than the Sevenoaks average, with 410 crimes compared to 352. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Ash and New Ash Green witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 25 other areas in the Sevenoaks.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sevenoaks, Ash and New Ash Green has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Ash and New Ash Green Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Ash and New Ash Green has recorded 44 crimes with crime rate of 6.29 ranking 4th out of 25 in the Sevenoaks, UK

In 2024, the total Ash and New Ash Green crimes were 353. The crime rate of Ash and New Ash Green in 2024 was 50.50 (year) or 4.21 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Sevenoaks.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ash and New Ash Green were around 410 crimes with yearly crime rate of 58.65 (year) or 4.89 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Sevenoaks.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ash and New Ash Green)CrimesRank (Ash and New Ash Green)CrimesRank (Ash and New Ash Green)
Sevenoaks Town and St John's55 3888 1889 1
Swanley St Mary's65 1677 3737 2
Swanley White Oak63 2702 2713 3
Swanley Christchurch and Swanley Village38 7579 4664 4
Edenbridge South and West36 9542 5479 5
Hartley and Hodsoll Street43 5331 15389 11
Fawkham and West Kingsdown39 6362 11460 6
Edenbridge North and East33 12509 6397 10
Westerham and Crockham Hill33 11508 7423 7
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth38 8458 8401 9
Seal and Weald31 13404 9318 13
Dunton Green and Riverhead21 17381 10263 17
Sevenoaks Northern34 10339 14344 12
Brasted, Chevening and Sundridge28 14348 13297 15
Sevenoaks Kippington16 19267 17312 14
Sevenoaks Eastern25 15205 19247 18
Otford and Shoreham16 20307 16270 16
Eynsford23 16154 22184 20
Halstead, Knockholt and Badgers Mount21 18212 18183 21
Hextable13 21200 20191 19
Kemsing13 22187 21165 22
Crockenhill and Well Hill10 2384 25136 23
Leigh and Chiddingstone Causeway7 2599 2395 24
Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone3 2688 2487 26
Cowden and Hever7 2483 2695 25

Ash and New Ash Green Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (19 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 72 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.55 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202520
June 202519
May 20256
April 20256
March 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20249

A total of 32 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.56 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
May 20254
April 20255
March 20252
February 20252
December 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 13 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20251
April 20251
December 20241
October 20242
August 20242

A total of 112 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20259
May 202513
April 202513
March 20259
February 202510
January 20259
December 202410
November 202412
October 20248
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20254
April 20251
December 20241
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 36 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
December 20243
August 20244

A total of 2 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
September 20241

A total of 15 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
August 20241

High Crime Locations Ash and New Ash Green in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Ash and New Ash Green postcode area is presented below.

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
2. Capelands (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Farm Holt (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Spring Cross (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Billet Hill (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Centre Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Ayelands Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Millfield Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Chapel Wood (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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