Crime Rate in Sir Moses Montefiore: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Sir Moses Montefiore

The total recorded crimes in Sir Moses Montefiore, Thanet, UK in July 2025 are around 22 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Sir Moses Montefiore crime rate of 1.89 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 Sir Moses Montefiore, encompassing approximately 11,657 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Sir Moses Montefiore Crime Hotspots

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

  • Montefiore Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • West Dumpton Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Queen'S Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Sir Moses Montefiore?

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

  • Relative to Thanet:

    • In 2024, Sir Moses Montefiore demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Thanet average, with 469 crimes compared to 833.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Sir Moses Montefiore recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 22 other areas in the Thanet.

    • In 2023, Sir Moses Montefiore had fewer crimes than the Thanet average, with 416 crimes compared to 784. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Sir Moses Montefiore recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 22 other areas in the Thanet.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Thanet, Sir Moses Montefiore has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Sir Moses Montefiore Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Sir Moses Montefiore has recorded 22 crimes with crime rate of 1.89 ranking 21th out of 22 in the Thanet, UK

In 2024, the total Sir Moses Montefiore crimes were 469. The crime rate of Sir Moses Montefiore in 2024 was 40.23 (year) or 3.35 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Thanet.

In 2023, the total crimes in Sir Moses Montefiore were around 416 crimes with yearly crime rate of 35.69 (year) or 2.97 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Thanet.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Sir Moses Montefiore)CrimesRank (Sir Moses Montefiore)CrimesRank (Sir Moses Montefiore)
Margate Central240 12,456 11,956 1
Cliftonville West177 21,990 21,820 2
Central Harbour143 31,519 41,656 3
Eastcliff128 51,711 31,513 4
Thanet Villages138 41,342 6989 7
Northwood115 61,360 51,179 5
Dane Valley99 7973 71,071 6
Newington69 10913 8918 8
Salmestone87 8892 9800 10
St Peters67 11781 10842 9
Cliffsend and Pegwell74 9380 20327 21
Garlinge51 16563 12652 11
Westgate-on-Sea57 12644 11593 12
Birchington South56 13504 13515 13
Westbrook50 17433 16485 14
Viking53 14493 14447 15
Nethercourt51 15407 19435 16
Cliftonville East36 20413 17407 18
Bradstowe43 18408 18407 19
Beacon Road39 19344 21400 20
Birchington North10 23100 22109 22
Kingsgate11 2266 2390 23

Sir Moses Montefiore Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 187 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.58 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202514
May 202516
April 20259
March 202513
February 202513
January 202510
December 202418
November 202427
October 202423
September 202419
August 202415

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 25 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20253
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20243

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

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 29 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.62 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20253
April 20253
December 20246
October 20243
September 20242
August 20246

A total of 32 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20256
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20244
August 20248

A total of 19 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20252
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
December 20241
September 20242

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20252
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20252
September 20241

High Crime Locations Sir Moses Montefiore in July 2025

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

1. Montefiore Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
2. West Dumpton Lane (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Queen'S Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Moss End Mews (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Sherwood Gardens (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
6. Dumpton Park (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
7. St Patricks Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Lillian Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Victoria Parade (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Mulberry Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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