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 May 2025 are around 15 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Larkfield South crime rate of 1.17 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Larkfield South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Martin Square with total crimes: 3
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 2
  • Partridge Avenue with total crimes: 1

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 May 2025 the Larkfield South has recorded 15 crimes with crime rate of 1.17 ranking 22th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Larkfield South)CrimesRank (Larkfield South)CrimesRank (Larkfield South)
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
Larkfield North26 16294 19418 11
Hadlow and East Peckham31 12401 11380 16
Aylesford North and Walderslade30 14389 12378 17
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 South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 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 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 100 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.69 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20253
March 202513
February 20257
January 202514
December 20246
November 20246
October 202410
September 20241
August 20246
July 20249
June 20248
May 202411

A total of 20 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 19 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242
July 20243
May 20241

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
July 20241
June 20246
May 20245

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

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
August 20243
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 39 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20257
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20245
July 20243
June 20244
May 20243

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

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20254
January 20255
December 20242
November 202413
October 20245
September 20247
August 20248
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 22 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20252
February 20252
December 20243
November 20247
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 10 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 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
June 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 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 13 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

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Larkfield South in May 2025

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

1. Martin Square (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Partridge Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Oriole Way (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
5. Whimbrel Green (Map)
Total1
Public order1
6. Briar Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Cygnet Close (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
8. Spruce Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Supermarket (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1

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