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 March 2025 are around 14 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Brenchley and Horsmonden crime rate of 36.61 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Brenchley and Horsmonden Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hastings Road with total crimes: 3
  • Orchard Close with total crimes: 2
  • Beech Lane with total crimes: 2

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Brenchley and Horsmonden has recorded 14 crimes with crime rate of 36.61 ranking 18th 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.

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
St James'30 9382 12476 8
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
Capel13 19128 20149 19
Frittenden and Sissinghurst9 20161 19125 20

Brenchley and Horsmonden Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

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

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 70 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 202512
December 20241
November 20242
October 202410
September 20242
August 20243
July 20245
June 20248
May 202412
April 20245

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 16 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 21 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20246
August 20242
June 20242
April 20243

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20246
June 20242
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 24 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
December 20241
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
December 20242
October 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20248
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
October 20242
September 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 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
July 20241

A total of 20 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

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 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
April 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 March 2025

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

1. Hastings Road (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
2. Orchard Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Beech Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Wish Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Sophurst Lane (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
6. Pixot Hill (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Knowle Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Spout Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. Rectory Park Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Petrol Station (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1

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