Crime Rate in Sevenoaks Kippington: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Sevenoaks Kippington

The total recorded crimes in Sevenoaks Kippington, Sevenoaks, UK in January 2026 are around 12 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Sevenoaks Kippington crime rate of 2.91 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 Kippington, encompassing approximately 4,127 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (3) incidents (-62.50% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Sevenoaks Kippington Crime Hotspots

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

  • Redwood Place with total crimes: 2
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 2
  • Shenden Way with total crimes: 1

How safe is Sevenoaks Kippington?

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

  • Relative to Sevenoaks:

    • In 2024, Sevenoaks Kippington demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sevenoaks average, with 267 crimes compared to 356.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Sevenoaks Kippington recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 25 other areas in the Sevenoaks.

    • In 2023, Sevenoaks Kippington had fewer crimes than the Sevenoaks average, with 312 crimes compared to 352. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Sevenoaks Kippington recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 25 other areas in the Sevenoaks.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Sevenoaks Kippington Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Sevenoaks Kippington has recorded 12 crimes with crime rate of 2.91 ranking 20th out of 25 in the Sevenoaks, UK

In 2024, the total Sevenoaks Kippington crimes were 267. The crime rate of Sevenoaks Kippington in 2024 was 64.69 (year) or 5.39 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Sevenoaks.

In 2023, the total crimes in Sevenoaks Kippington were around 312 crimes with yearly crime rate of 75.59 (year) or 6.30 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Sevenoaks.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Sevenoaks Kippington)CrimesRank (Sevenoaks Kippington)CrimesRank (Sevenoaks Kippington)
Sevenoaks Town and St John's50 2888 1889 1
Swanley St Mary's54 1677 3737 2
Swanley White Oak37 4702 2713 3
Fawkham and West Kingsdown46 3362 11460 6
Swanley Christchurch and Swanley Village28 8579 4664 4
Edenbridge South and West24 10542 5479 5
Edenbridge North and East36 5509 6397 10
Ash and New Ash Green29 6353 12410 8
Westerham and Crockham Hill27 9508 7423 7
Dunton Green and Riverhead29 7381 10263 17
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth24 11458 8401 9
Seal and Weald15 16404 9318 13
Hartley and Hodsoll Street18 15331 15389 11
Sevenoaks Northern19 13339 14344 12
Brasted, Chevening and Sundridge21 12348 13297 15
Halstead, Knockholt and Badgers Mount18 14212 18183 21
Otford and Shoreham14 18307 16270 16
Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone15 1788 2487 26
Sevenoaks Eastern13 19205 19247 18
Hextable10 23200 20191 19
Eynsford7 25154 22184 20
Kemsing10 22187 21165 22
Crockenhill and Well Hill12 2184 25136 23
Leigh and Chiddingstone Causeway8 2499 2395 24
Cowden and Hever5 2683 2695 25

Sevenoaks Kippington Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 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 2 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (4 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 8 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 18 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20251
August 20252
July 20252
June 20253
May 20252
March 20252
February 20254

A total of 82 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.83 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20258
November 20257
October 20257
September 20255
August 202510
July 20256
June 20255
May 202512
April 20257
March 20254
February 20258

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261

A total of 32 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20252
November 20251
October 20253
September 20254
August 20255
June 20252
May 20252
April 20256
March 20252
February 20252

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.64 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
November 20252
October 20251
September 20251
August 20253
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253

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

MonthCount
January 20262
November 20251
July 20251
May 20254
March 20251
February 20253

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
September 20252
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251

A total of 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
October 20251
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
September 20251
July 20251
March 20252

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251
August 20251

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20254

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

MonthCount
June 20251

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

MonthCount
May 20251

High Crime Locations Sevenoaks Kippington in January 2026

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

1. Redwood Place (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Shenden Way (Map)
Total1
Possession of weapons1
4. Stafford Way (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Shenden Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Weald Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Brattle Wood (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Oak Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Hospital (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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