Crime Rate in Sevenoaks Eastern: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Sevenoaks Eastern

The total recorded crimes in Sevenoaks Eastern, Sevenoaks, UK in May 2025 are around 36 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Sevenoaks Eastern crime rate of 5.39 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 Sevenoaks Eastern, encompassing approximately 6,676 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (15) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (83.33% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Sevenoaks Eastern Crime Hotspots

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

  • Little Wood with total crimes: 5
  • Hillingdon Avenue with total crimes: 5
  • Nicolson Way with total crimes: 4

How safe is Sevenoaks Eastern?

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

  • Relative to Sevenoaks:

    • In 2024, Sevenoaks Eastern demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sevenoaks average, with 205 crimes compared to 356.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Sevenoaks Eastern recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 25 other areas in the Sevenoaks.

    • In 2023, Sevenoaks Eastern had fewer crimes than the Sevenoaks average, with 247 crimes compared to 352. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Sevenoaks Eastern recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 25 other areas in the Sevenoaks.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Sevenoaks Eastern Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Sevenoaks Eastern has recorded 36 crimes with crime rate of 5.39 ranking 5th out of 25 in the Sevenoaks, UK

In 2024, the total Sevenoaks Eastern crimes were 205. The crime rate of Sevenoaks Eastern in 2024 was 30.70 (year) or 2.56 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Sevenoaks.

In 2023, the total crimes in Sevenoaks Eastern were around 247 crimes with yearly crime rate of 36.99 (year) or 3.08 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Sevenoaks.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Sevenoaks Eastern)CrimesRank (Sevenoaks Eastern)CrimesRank (Sevenoaks Eastern)
Sevenoaks Town and St John's58 1888 1889 1
Swanley St Mary's48 2677 3737 2
Swanley White Oak39 3702 2713 3
Swanley Christchurch and Swanley Village34 7579 4664 4
Fawkham and West Kingsdown38 4362 11460 6
Edenbridge South and West24 15542 5479 5
Edenbridge North and East36 6509 6397 10
Westerham and Crockham Hill25 12508 7423 7
Ash and New Ash Green34 9353 12410 8
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth32 10458 8401 9
Seal and Weald34 8404 9318 13
Dunton Green and Riverhead22 18381 10263 17
Hartley and Hodsoll Street25 13331 15389 11
Sevenoaks Northern27 11339 14344 12
Brasted, Chevening and Sundridge22 17348 13297 15
Sevenoaks Kippington24 14267 17312 14
Otford and Shoreham24 16307 16270 16
Halstead, Knockholt and Badgers Mount16 19212 18183 21
Hextable16 20200 20191 19
Eynsford14 21154 22184 20
Kemsing12 24187 21165 22
Leigh and Chiddingstone Causeway14 2299 2395 24
Crockenhill and Well Hill14 2384 25136 23
Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone8 2688 2487 26
Cowden and Hever10 2583 2695 25

Sevenoaks Eastern Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

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 (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (2 incidents) also being high.

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

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

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

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 48 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202515
April 20255
March 20258
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20245
May 20241

A total of 15 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
February 20251
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243
May 20241

A total of 88 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.77 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 20256
March 20256
February 20255
January 20255
December 20247
November 20246
October 20247
September 20247
August 20244
July 20246
June 20248
May 202410

A total of 21 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
February 20254
January 20254
November 20243
September 20242
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
September 20241
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
January 20251
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 34 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20244
June 20248
May 20247

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
September 20241

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.71 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
July 20241
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations Sevenoaks Eastern in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Sevenoaks Eastern postcode area is presented below.

1. Little Wood (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Hillingdon Avenue (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order1
3. Nicolson Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Public order1
4. Mill Pond Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
5. Barrack Corner (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. The Crescent (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
7. Pinewood Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
8. Garden Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Bethel Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
10. Bayham Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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