Crime Rate in Brenchley and Horsmonden: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Brenchley and Horsmonden

The total recorded crimes in Brenchley and Horsmonden, Tunbridge Wells, UK in July 2025 are around 19 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Brenchley and Horsmonden crime rate of 49.69 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 Brenchley and Horsmonden, encompassing approximately 382 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (250.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Brenchley and Horsmonden Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 3
  • School House Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Gedge'S Hill with total crimes: 1

How safe is Brenchley and Horsmonden?

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

  • Relative to Tunbridge Wells:

    • In 2024, Brenchley and Horsmonden demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Tunbridge Wells average, with 215 crimes compared to 477.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Brenchley and Horsmonden recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 19 other areas in the Tunbridge Wells.

    • In 2023, Brenchley and Horsmonden had fewer crimes than the Tunbridge Wells average, with 181 crimes compared to 466. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Brenchley and Horsmonden recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 19 other areas in the Tunbridge Wells.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Tunbridge Wells, Brenchley and Horsmonden has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Brenchley and Horsmonden Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Brenchley and Horsmonden has recorded 19 crimes with crime rate of 49.69 ranking 16th out of 19 in the Tunbridge Wells, UK

In 2024, the total Brenchley and Horsmonden crimes were 215. The crime rate of Brenchley and Horsmonden in 2024 was 562.24 (year) or 46.85 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Tunbridge Wells.

In 2023, the total crimes in Brenchley and Horsmonden were around 181 crimes with yearly crime rate of 473.33 (year) or 39.44 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Tunbridge Wells.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Brenchley and Horsmonden)CrimesRank (Brenchley and Horsmonden)CrimesRank (Brenchley and Horsmonden)
Park94 11,068 31,088 1
Sherwood86 21,153 11,049 2
Culverden80 31,075 2827 3
Benenden and Cranbrook56 4661 4555 4
Southborough and High Brooms45 6524 5545 5
Paddock Wood East50 5485 6446 11
Pembury43 8474 7537 6
Pantiles and St Mark's44 7467 8513 7
St James'32 10382 12476 8
St John's29 13457 9474 9
Hawkhurst and Sandhurst41 9399 11472 10
Broadwater29 14413 10430 12
Paddock Wood West31 11360 13354 13
Rusthall31 12344 14354 14
Speldhurst and Bidborough12 18237 17265 15
Southborough North16 17291 15245 16
Goudhurst and Lamberhurst24 15254 16233 17
Capel9 19128 20149 19
Frittenden and Sissinghurst7 20161 19125 20

Brenchley and Horsmonden 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 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 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 (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (2 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 Criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (2 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Criminal damage and arson were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20251
February 20253
December 20242
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 67 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20257
May 20254
April 20259
March 20256
February 20254
January 202512
December 20241
November 20242
October 202410
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 5 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 23 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
August 20241

A total of 19 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251
December 20241
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
April 20254
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20246
August 20242

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20246

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
February 20251
January 20252
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251

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

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Brenchley and Horsmonden in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Brenchley and Horsmonden postcode area is presented below.

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. School House Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
3. Gedge'S Hill (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
4. Maycotts Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Crittenden Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1
6. Sophurst Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Maidstone Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Maycotts Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Oakfield Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Kite Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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