Crime Rate in Birchington North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Birchington North

The total recorded crimes in Birchington North, Thanet, UK in March 2025 are around 9 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Birchington North crime rate of 1.92 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 Birchington North, encompassing approximately 4,675 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Birchington North Crime Hotspots

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

  • King'S Avenue with total crimes: 2
  • Ocean Close with total crimes: 1
  • Old Farm Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Birchington North?

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

  • Relative to Thanet:

    • In 2024, Birchington North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Thanet average, with 100 crimes compared to 833.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Birchington North recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Birchington North had fewer crimes than the Thanet average, with 109 crimes compared to 784. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Birchington North recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Thanet, Birchington North has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Birchington North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Birchington North has recorded 9 crimes with crime rate of 1.92 ranking 22th out of 22 in the Thanet, UK

In 2024, the total Birchington North crimes were 100. The crime rate of Birchington North in 2024 was 21.39 (year) or 1.78 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Thanet.

In 2023, the total crimes in Birchington North were around 109 crimes with yearly crime rate of 23.31 (year) or 1.94 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the Thanet.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Thanet)CrimesRank (Thanet)CrimesRank (Thanet)
Margate Central164 12,456 11,956 1
Cliftonville West162 21,990 21,820 2
Central Harbour132 41,519 41,656 3
Eastcliff144 31,711 31,513 4
Northwood112 61,360 51,179 5
Thanet Villages126 51,342 6989 7
Dane Valley89 7973 71,071 6
Newington74 8913 8918 8
St Peters72 9781 10842 9
Salmestone66 10892 9800 10
Garlinge50 12563 12652 11
Westgate-on-Sea51 11644 11593 12
Birchington South38 14504 13515 13
Cliffsend and Pegwell39 13380 20327 21
Westbrook30 17433 16485 14
Viking35 16493 14447 15
Sir Moses Montefiore22 21469 15416 17
Bradstowe35 15408 18407 19
Nethercourt25 19407 19435 16
Cliftonville East25 20413 17407 18
Beacon Road27 18344 21400 20
Kingsgate8 2366 2390 23

Birchington North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In December 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences 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 Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

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

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

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 18 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 51 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 7 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
October 20241
July 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20243
June 20242
April 20242

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

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242

A total of 3 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20242
April 20241

A total of 3 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 2 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Birchington North in March 2025

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

1. King'S Avenue (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Ocean Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Old Farm Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Harold Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Rossetti Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Lyell Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Wilkie Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Hengist Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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