Crime Rate in Larkfield South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Larkfield South

The total recorded crimes in Larkfield South, Tonbridge and Malling, UK in July 2025 are around 27 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Larkfield South crime rate of 2.11 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 Larkfield South, encompassing approximately 12,795 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (28.57% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (28.57% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Larkfield South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Martin Square with total crimes: 6
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3
  • Oriole Way with total crimes: 2

How safe is Larkfield South?

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

  • Relative to Tonbridge and Malling:

    • In 2024, Larkfield South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Tonbridge and Malling average, with 300 crimes compared to 411.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Larkfield South recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 23 other areas in the Tonbridge and Malling.

    • In 2023, Larkfield South had fewer crimes than the Tonbridge and Malling average, with 384 crimes compared to 427. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Larkfield South recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 23 other areas in the Tonbridge and Malling.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Tonbridge and Malling, Larkfield South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Larkfield South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Larkfield South has recorded 27 crimes with crime rate of 2.11 ranking 19th out of 23 in the Tonbridge and Malling, UK

In 2024, the total Larkfield South crimes were 300. The crime rate of Larkfield South in 2024 was 23.45 (year) or 1.95 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Tonbridge and Malling.

In 2023, the total crimes in Larkfield South were around 384 crimes with yearly crime rate of 30.01 (year) or 2.50 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Tonbridge and Malling.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Larkfield South)CrimesRank (Larkfield South)CrimesRank (Larkfield South)
Medway53 3916 1823 1
Aylesford South71 1664 2559 6
Castle43 5627 4744 2
West Malling and Leybourne54 2516 6403 12
Snodland East and Ham Hill39 7642 3701 3
Snodland West and Holborough Lakes37 10576 5655 4
Larkfield North47 4294 19418 11
Trench36 14449 9637 5
Judd40 6486 7554 7
East Malling36 12444 10494 8
Borough Green and Long Mill26 20478 8381 15
Vauxhall39 8389 13426 9
Aylesford North and Walderslade39 9389 12378 17
Kings Hill36 11389 14419 10
Hadlow and East Peckham36 13401 11380 16
Wrotham, Ightham and Stansted30 17338 15394 13
Burham and Wouldham35 15300 17123 23
Ditton30 16318 16365 18
Downs and Mereworth28 18231 21281 19
Hildenborough13 22190 22253 20
Higham10 23284 20230 21
Cage Green20 21149 23159 22
Wateringbury6 2489 2488 24

Larkfield South 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 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (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 7 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 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 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (13 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (7 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 Shoplifting (8 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20254
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242

A total of 88 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20257
May 20256
April 20253
March 202513
February 20257
January 202514
December 20246
November 20246
October 202410
September 20241
August 20246

A total of 20 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20252
March 20252
February 20252
December 20243
November 20247
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 45 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20257
May 20251
April 20257
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.45 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 52 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20254
January 20255
December 20242
November 202413
October 20245
September 20247
August 20248

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20251
January 20252
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
August 20243

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

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

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20251

High Crime Locations Larkfield South in July 2025

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

1. Martin Square (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Oriole Way (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Cygnet Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Merlin Avenue (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. New Hythe Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Laburnum Drive (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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