Crime Rate in Westgate-on-Sea: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Westgate-on-Sea

The total recorded crimes in Westgate-on-Sea, Thanet, UK in March 2025 are around 51 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Westgate-on-Sea crime rate of 3.40 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 Westgate-on-Sea, encompassing approximately 15,007 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (18.18% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (600.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
Westgate-on-Sea Crime Hotspots

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

  • Courtlands Way with total crimes: 7
  • Ethelbert Terrace with total crimes: 6
  • Mordaunt Avenue with total crimes: 4

How safe is Westgate-on-Sea?

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

  • Relative to Thanet:

    • In 2024, Westgate-on-Sea demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Thanet average, with 644 crimes compared to 833.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Westgate-on-Sea witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Westgate-on-Sea had fewer crimes than the Thanet average, with 593 crimes compared to 784. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Thanet, Westgate-on-Sea has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Westgate-on-Sea Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Westgate-on-Sea has recorded 51 crimes with crime rate of 3.40 ranking 11th out of 22 in the Thanet, UK

In 2024, the total Westgate-on-Sea crimes were 644. The crime rate of Westgate-on-Sea in 2024 was 42.91 (year) or 3.58 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Thanet.

In 2023, the total crimes in Westgate-on-Sea were around 593 crimes with yearly crime rate of 39.51 (year) or 3.29 (month) ranking 12 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
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

Westgate-on-Sea Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 72 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20251
December 20244
November 20245
October 20248
September 20248
August 20247
July 20245
June 20246
May 20246
April 202411

A total of 62 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20246
September 20243
August 20248
July 20249
June 20248
May 20245
April 20247

A total of 24 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 310 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202522
January 202526
December 202420
November 202424
October 202422
September 202420
August 202423
July 202434
June 202440
May 202426
April 202427

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242
July 20241
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20251
December 20242
October 20242
August 20246
July 20244
June 20246
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 38 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20245
November 20242
October 20244
September 20245
August 20244
July 20244
June 20242
April 20244

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 31 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20244
July 20245
June 202410
May 20243
April 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Westgate-on-Sea in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Westgate-on-Sea postcode area is presented below.

1. Courtlands Way (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other crime1
2. Ethelbert Terrace (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Mordaunt Avenue (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Sussex Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
5. Hundreds Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. The Warren Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
7. Waterside Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. St Augustines Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Quex Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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