Crime Rate in Otford and Shoreham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Otford and Shoreham

The total recorded crimes in Otford and Shoreham, Sevenoaks, UK in March 2025 are around 23 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Otford and Shoreham crime rate of 15.12 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 Otford and Shoreham, encompassing approximately 1,521 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (-42.86% decrease)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
Otford and Shoreham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 4
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 3
  • Mill Lane with total crimes: 2

How safe is Otford and Shoreham?

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

  • Relative to Sevenoaks:

    • In 2024, Otford and Shoreham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sevenoaks average, with 307 crimes compared to 356.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Otford and Shoreham recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Otford and Shoreham had fewer crimes than the Sevenoaks average, with 270 crimes compared to 352. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Otford and Shoreham recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sevenoaks, Otford and Shoreham has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Otford and Shoreham Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Otford and Shoreham has recorded 23 crimes with crime rate of 15.12 ranking 13th out of 25 in the Sevenoaks, UK

In 2024, the total Otford and Shoreham crimes were 307. The crime rate of Otford and Shoreham in 2024 was 201.76 (year) or 16.81 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Sevenoaks.

In 2023, the total crimes in Otford and Shoreham were around 270 crimes with yearly crime rate of 177.44 (year) or 14.79 (month) ranking 16 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
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth40 6458 8401 9
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
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

Otford and Shoreham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (5 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (4 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 Burglary (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (9 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (12 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Criminal damage and arson were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 47 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20255
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
September 20244
August 20249
July 20241
June 20246
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
July 20242
June 20242

A total of 33 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 20246
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 46 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
December 20246
November 20241
October 20245
September 20243
August 20244
July 20241
June 202412
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 67 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20257
January 20253
December 20245
November 20248
October 20244
September 20244
August 20249
July 20243
June 20248
May 20249
April 20243

A total of 16 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 29 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.42 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20245
June 20244
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 14 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20254
November 20243
October 20242
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20244
July 20242
June 20242
May 20243
April 20247

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
June 20242
May 20241

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

MonthCount
December 20242
April 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20242
August 20241
July 20241
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
May 20241
April 20242

High Crime Locations Otford and Shoreham in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Otford and Shoreham postcode area is presented below.

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Mill Lane (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Drugs1
4. Old Otford Road (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Cockerhurst Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Pilgrims Way West (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. The Charne (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Rye Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Broughton Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sevenoaks Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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