Crime Rate in Birchington South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Birchington South

The total recorded crimes in Birchington South, Thanet, UK in May 2025 are around 38 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Birchington South crime rate of 6.06 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 South, encompassing approximately 6,270 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Birchington South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Norrie Road with total crimes: 3
  • Queen Bertha'S Avenue with total crimes: 2
  • Yew Tree Gardens with total crimes: 2

How safe is Birchington South?

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

  • Relative to Thanet:

    • In 2024, Birchington South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Thanet average, with 504 crimes compared to 833.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Birchington South recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 22 other areas in the Thanet.

    • In 2023, Birchington South had fewer crimes than the Thanet average, with 515 crimes compared to 784. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Birchington South recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 22 other areas in the Thanet.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Birchington South Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Birchington South has recorded 38 crimes with crime rate of 6.06 ranking 15th out of 22 in the Thanet, UK

In 2024, the total Birchington South crimes were 504. The crime rate of Birchington South in 2024 was 80.38 (year) or 6.70 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Thanet.

In 2023, the total crimes in Birchington South were around 515 crimes with yearly crime rate of 82.14 (year) or 6.84 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Thanet.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Birchington South)CrimesRank (Birchington South)CrimesRank (Birchington South)
Margate Central217 12,456 11,956 1
Cliftonville West157 21,990 21,820 2
Central Harbour142 31,519 41,656 3
Eastcliff135 41,711 31,513 4
Northwood108 61,360 51,179 5
Thanet Villages113 51,342 6989 7
Dane Valley89 7973 71,071 6
Newington80 8913 8918 8
St Peters51 11781 10842 9
Salmestone62 9892 9800 10
Garlinge52 10563 12652 11
Westgate-on-Sea45 13644 11593 12
Westbrook46 12433 16485 14
Viking28 20493 14447 15
Bradstowe44 14408 18407 19
Sir Moses Montefiore35 17469 15416 17
Nethercourt29 19407 19435 16
Beacon Road37 16344 21400 20
Cliftonville East27 21413 17407 18
Cliffsend and Pegwell35 18380 20327 21
Birchington North6 23100 22109 22
Kingsgate7 2266 2390 23

Birchington South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 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 (32 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 55 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20254
February 20251
January 20254
December 20244
November 20245
October 20243
September 20245
August 20249
July 20245
June 20246
May 20245

A total of 228 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 17.54 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202517
April 202517
March 202515
February 202521
January 202510
December 202417
November 202415
October 202417
September 202410
August 202417
July 202421
June 202432
May 202419

A total of 36 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.77 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20245
July 20243
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241
July 20242
May 20242

A total of 30 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
November 20245
September 20241
August 20244
July 20241
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
January 20252
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20246

A total of 72 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.54 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20258
February 202512
January 20255
December 20242
November 20244
October 20246
September 202410
August 20243
July 20244
June 20246
May 20244

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
September 20242
August 20246
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
November 20242
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 45 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20254
March 20255
February 20255
January 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20245
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
June 20242

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 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
September 20241

High Crime Locations Birchington South in May 2025

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

1. Norrie Road (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Queen Bertha'S Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Yew Tree Gardens (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Station Approach (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Station Road (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
7. Sewell Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. The Square (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
9. Cornford Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Broadley Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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