Crime Rate in Eastcliff: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Eastcliff

The total recorded crimes in Eastcliff, Thanet, UK in March 2025 are around 144 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Eastcliff crime rate of 3.32 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 Eastcliff, encompassing approximately 43,390 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (60) incidents (22.45% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (28) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Other theft: (14) incidents (133.33% increase)
Eastcliff Crime Hotspots

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

  • Nightclub with total crimes: 14
  • Kent Terrace with total crimes: 8
  • Theatre/Concert Hall with total crimes: 7

How safe is Eastcliff?

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

  • Relative to Thanet:

    • In 2024, Eastcliff reported a higher crime volume than the Thanet average, with 1,711 crimes compared to 833. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Eastcliff witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Eastcliff experienced a greater number of crimes than the Thanet average, with 1,513 crimes compared to 784. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Eastcliff witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Thanet, Eastcliff has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Eastcliff Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Eastcliff has recorded 144 crimes with crime rate of 0.39 ranking 3th out of 22 in the Thanet, UK

In 2024, the total Eastcliff crimes were 1,711. The crime rate of Eastcliff in 2024 was 39.43 (year) or 3.29 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Thanet.

In 2023, the total crimes in Eastcliff were around 1,513 crimes with yearly crime rate of 34.87 (year) or 2.91 (month) ranking 4 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
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
Birchington North9 22100 22109 22
Kingsgate8 2366 2390 23

Eastcliff Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (60 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (28 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 49 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (67 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 53 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (45 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (68 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (57 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (57 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (36 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 67 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 33 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (134 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (50 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (57 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (41 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (23 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 55 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
January 20254
December 20246
November 20243
October 20248
September 20243
August 20242
June 202416
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 14 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 16 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
November 20241
August 20243
June 20242
May 20244

A total of 755 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 62.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 134 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202560
February 202549
January 202567
December 202453
November 202445
October 202468
September 202457
August 202457
July 202467
June 2024134
May 202457
April 202441

A total of 76 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.91 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 202511
November 20244
October 20248
September 20247
August 20248
July 20248
June 20248
May 20249
April 20248

A total of 296 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202528
February 202521
January 202517
December 202416
November 202424
October 202420
September 202418
August 202436
July 202433
June 202450
May 202417
April 202416

A total of 62 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20245
October 20245
September 20244
August 20248
July 20245
June 202416
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 119 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20256
January 20257
December 20245
November 20247
October 202410
September 20248
August 202412
July 202415
June 202426
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 135 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 202512
January 20256
December 20247
November 20248
October 202410
September 20247
August 202417
July 202419
June 202418
May 202412
April 202413

A total of 129 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.75 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20259
January 202511
December 20248
November 202410
October 20245
September 202414
August 20249
July 20248
June 202414
May 20245
April 202423

A total of 35 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.92 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 64 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20258
December 20247
October 20243
September 20242
August 20245
July 20245
June 202416
May 20245
April 20249

A total of 14 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
November 20242
September 20241
August 20244
July 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
August 20242
July 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Eastcliff in March 2025

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

1. Nightclub (Map)
Total14
Violence and sexual offences7
Other theft4
Anti-social behaviour3
2. Kent Terrace (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft2
Drugs1
Public order1
3. Theatre/Concert Hall (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting6
Other crime1
4. Newcastle Hill (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
5. Stanley Place (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order1
6. Shopping Area (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Church Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Wellesley Court (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Possession of weapons1
9. Albion Place (Map)
Total4
Burglary3
Drugs1
10. Broad Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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