Crime Rate in Larkfield North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Larkfield North

The total recorded crimes in Larkfield North, Tonbridge and Malling, UK in May 2025 are around 26 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Larkfield North crime rate of 6.98 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 North, encompassing approximately 3,727 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Larkfield North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 7
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 5
  • New Hythe Lane with total crimes: 3

How safe is Larkfield North?

To understand the safety of Larkfield North, we need to analyze Larkfield North 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 North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Tonbridge and Malling average, with 294 crimes compared to 411.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Larkfield North recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 23 other areas in the Tonbridge and Malling.

    • In 2023, Larkfield North had fewer crimes than the Tonbridge and Malling average, with 418 crimes compared to 427. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Larkfield North witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 23 other areas in the Tonbridge and Malling.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Larkfield North Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Larkfield North has recorded 26 crimes with crime rate of 6.98 ranking 16th out of 23 in the Tonbridge and Malling, UK

In 2024, the total Larkfield North crimes were 294. The crime rate of Larkfield North in 2024 was 78.88 (year) or 6.57 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Tonbridge and Malling.

In 2023, the total crimes in Larkfield North were around 418 crimes with yearly crime rate of 112.15 (year) or 9.35 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Tonbridge and Malling.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Larkfield North)CrimesRank (Larkfield North)CrimesRank (Larkfield North)
Medway84 1916 1823 1
Castle55 4627 4744 2
Aylesford South64 3664 2559 6
Snodland East and Ham Hill73 2642 3701 3
Snodland West and Holborough Lakes34 9576 5655 4
Trench47 5449 9637 5
West Malling and Leybourne32 11516 6403 12
Wrotham, Ightham and Stansted39 6338 15394 13
Judd34 10486 7554 7
Kings Hill36 7389 14419 10
East Malling36 8444 10494 8
Borough Green and Long Mill28 15478 8381 15
Vauxhall31 13389 13426 9
Hadlow and East Peckham31 12401 11380 16
Aylesford North and Walderslade30 14389 12378 17
Larkfield South15 22300 18384 14
Ditton22 18318 16365 18
Burham and Wouldham26 17300 17123 23
Downs and Mereworth19 21231 21281 19
Hildenborough22 19190 22253 20
Higham20 20284 20230 21
Cage Green9 24149 23159 22
Wateringbury13 2389 2488 24

Larkfield North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 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 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Vehicle crime (7 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
January 20253
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 79 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20258
March 20257
February 20256
January 20254
December 20248
November 20244
October 20247
September 20248
August 20245
July 20242
June 202410
May 20244

A total of 21 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 30 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20247
July 20242
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
August 20241
July 20243
June 20246
May 20242

A total of 57 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.38 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20258
March 20255
February 20254
January 20255
December 20244
November 20243
October 20243
September 20245
August 20242
July 20247
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 38 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20253
February 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20243
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20242
May 20243

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
October 20241
June 20242

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
November 20241
August 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
October 20242
September 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Larkfield North in May 2025

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

1. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
3. New Hythe Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
4. Mercer Close (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. The Rushes (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
6. Westmead (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Masefield Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
8. Wodehouse Close (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. The Lakes (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Marsh Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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