Crime Rate in Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth

The total recorded crimes in Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth, Sevenoaks, UK in March 2025 are around 40 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth crime rate of 54.78 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 Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth, encompassing approximately 730 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (7) incidents (250.00% increase)
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4
  • Dartford Road with total crimes: 4
  • East Hill with total crimes: 3

How safe is Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth?

To understand the safety of Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth, we need to analyze Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Sevenoaks:

    • In 2024, Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth reported a higher crime volume than the Sevenoaks average, with 458 crimes compared to 356. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth experienced a greater number of crimes than the Sevenoaks average, with 401 crimes compared to 352. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sevenoaks, Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth has recorded 40 crimes with crime rate of 54.78 ranking 6th out of 25 in the Sevenoaks, UK

In 2024, the total Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth crimes were 458. The crime rate of Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth in 2024 was 627.23 (year) or 52.27 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Sevenoaks.

In 2023, the total crimes in Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth were around 401 crimes with yearly crime rate of 549.16 (year) or 45.76 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Sevenoaks.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Sevenoaks)CrimesRank (Sevenoaks)CrimesRank (Sevenoaks)
Sevenoaks Town and St John's50 4888 1889 1
Swanley St Mary's57 1677 3737 2
Swanley White Oak42 5702 2713 3
Edenbridge South and West50 2542 5479 5
Edenbridge North and East50 3509 6397 10
Swanley Christchurch and Swanley Village30 8579 4664 4
Fawkham and West Kingsdown37 7362 11460 6
Westerham and Crockham Hill24 12508 7423 7
Ash and New Ash Green17 18353 12410 8
Seal and Weald23 15404 9318 13
Dunton Green and Riverhead29 9381 10263 17
Kemsing26 10187 21165 22
Hartley and Hodsoll Street25 11331 15389 11
Sevenoaks Northern13 21339 14344 12
Brasted, Chevening and Sundridge23 14348 13297 15
Otford and Shoreham23 13307 16270 16
Sevenoaks Kippington18 17267 17312 14
Sevenoaks Eastern22 16205 19247 18
Halstead, Knockholt and Badgers Mount16 19212 18183 21
Hextable14 20200 20191 19
Eynsford11 22154 22184 20
Crockenhill and Well Hill7 2384 25136 23
Leigh and Chiddingstone Causeway6 2599 2395 24
Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone6 2488 2487 26
Cowden and Hever4 2683 2695 25

Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (7 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 13 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 118 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20258
January 20255
December 202413
November 202411
October 20246
September 20247
August 202415
July 20244
June 202428
May 20246
April 20246

A total of 57 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20252
December 20247
November 20248
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241
July 20246
June 20244
May 20246
April 20247

A total of 54 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20255
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20242
September 20243
August 20244
July 20245
June 202410
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 57 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20252
January 20254
December 20245
November 20245
October 20245
September 20242
August 20242
July 20246
June 202412
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 56 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20257
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 202411
August 20243
July 20241
June 202410
May 20246
April 20247

A total of 53 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20255
December 20248
November 20246
October 20243
September 20243
August 20244
July 20241
June 20242
May 20246
April 20247

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
September 20241
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
September 20241

A total of 34 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 202512
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
July 20241
June 20246
April 20243

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

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 10 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20241
September 20241
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
June 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
October 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth postcode area is presented below.

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Other theft1
2. Dartford Road (Map)
Total4
Other theft3
Vehicle crime1
3. East Hill (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
4. Horton Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Millen Court (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
6. Paddock Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Horton Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
8. Montgomery Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Till Avenue (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Farningham Hill Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Theft from the person1

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