Crime Rate in St James': Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in St James'

The total recorded crimes in St James', Tunbridge Wells, UK in March 2025 are around 30 as per the recent police data. This equates to a St James' crime rate of 0.76 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 St James', encompassing approximately 39,432 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (6.25% increase)
  • Other theft: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
St James' Crime Hotspots

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

  • Stanhope Road with total crimes: 4
  • Tunnel Road with total crimes: 4
  • Albert Street with total crimes: 4

How safe is St James'?

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

  • Relative to Tunbridge Wells:

    • In 2024, St James' demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Tunbridge Wells average, with 382 crimes compared to 477.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, St James' recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, St James' experienced a greater number of crimes than the Tunbridge Wells average, with 476 crimes compared to 466. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, St James' witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

St James' Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the St James' has recorded 30 crimes with crime rate of 0.76 ranking 9th out of 19 in the Tunbridge Wells, UK

In 2024, the total St James' crimes were 382. The crime rate of St James' in 2024 was 9.69 (year) or 0.81 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Tunbridge Wells.

In 2023, the total crimes in St James' were around 476 crimes with yearly crime rate of 12.07 (year) or 1.01 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Tunbridge Wells.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Tunbridge Wells)CrimesRank (Tunbridge Wells)CrimesRank (Tunbridge Wells)
Park70 21,068 31,088 1
Sherwood55 41,153 11,049 2
Culverden71 11,075 2827 3
Southborough and High Brooms58 3524 5545 5
Benenden and Cranbrook51 5661 4555 4
Pembury31 7474 7537 6
Paddock Wood East43 6485 6446 11
Pantiles and St Mark's27 11467 8513 7
Hawkhurst and Sandhurst30 8399 11472 10
St John's20 16457 9474 9
Broadwater28 10413 10430 12
Rusthall26 12344 14354 14
Paddock Wood West25 13360 13354 13
Speldhurst and Bidborough22 14237 17265 15
Southborough North18 17291 15245 16
Goudhurst and Lamberhurst20 15254 16233 17
Brenchley and Horsmonden14 18215 18181 18
Capel13 19128 20149 19
Frittenden and Sissinghurst9 20161 19125 20

St James' Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Other theft 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 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other crime (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 194 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202516
January 20258
December 202417
November 202414
October 202411
September 202414
August 202418
July 202413
June 202430
May 202420
April 202416

A total of 29 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.42 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20246

A total of 54 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20254
December 20246
November 20244
October 20243
September 20241
August 20244
July 20244
June 20248
May 20246
April 20249

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

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

A total of 14 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
September 20243
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
November 20241
September 20243
July 20241
April 20242

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
May 20243

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

MonthCount
February 20251

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

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241
August 20242
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
November 20244
September 20241
August 20242
July 20244
May 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
August 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
August 20242
June 20242

High Crime Locations St James' in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the St James' postcode area is presented below.

1. Stanhope Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
2. Tunnel Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Albert Street (Map)
Total4
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Dukes Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Kirkdale Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Beech Street (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
7. Medway Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Dougal Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Rochdale Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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