WD22 Intelligence Updated March 2026Source: Kent Police Police

Downs West Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Downs West, localized within ashford.

Total Crimes

4
trending_down -55.6% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

12.0per 1k

Safety Rating

Low Risk

Total Population

2,684

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences2
Public Order1
Anti-social Behaviour1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Westwell Lane Map
Violence and sexual offences: 1
1
On or near White Hill Map
Anti-social behaviour: 1
1
On or near Chapmans Close Map
Public order: 1
1
On or near Canterbury Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 1
1

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Local Rank

#2safest in ashford

National Safety

Top 1%Safest

City Average

75.37per 1k

Local Policing

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Local Priorities

Road safety issues.

Issued: 14 Apr 2026

Status Update

This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.

We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.

Actioned: 14 Apr 2026

Nuisance motorcycles.

Issued: 14 Apr 2026

Status Update

This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.

We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.

Actioned: 14 Apr 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Issued: 14 Apr 2026

Status Update

This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.

We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.

Actioned: 14 Apr 2026

Road safety issues.

Issued: 3 Feb 2026

Status Update

A vehicle was seized after it was found unattended and parked on the road without valid tax.

Officers have also stopped and checked a number of vehicles believed to be linked to drug‑related activity. Several vehicles were seized for having no insurance, and a number of drivers were reported for a range of driving offences.

Patrols are continuing to focus on hotspot locations reported by residents.

Actioned: 23 Mar 2026

Nuisance motorcycles.

Issued: 3 Feb 2026

Status Update

Officers have been carrying out high‑visibility patrols in hotspot areas where antisocial behaviour has been reported. A joint visit has also taken place with partner agencies to target repeat offenders. One illegal bike was seized, and the rider was reported for driving offences.

In a separate incident, another rider was given a Section 59 warning due to antisocial behaviour. A Section 59 warning is issued when a vehicle is used in a way that causes alarm, distress or annoyance to others. If the rider or the bike is seen causing antisocial behaviour again, police have the power to seize the bike.

Actioned: 23 Mar 2026

Engagement Events

MAY18

KCC Road Safety - Mature Driver & Passenger Course

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2:00 PM — 4:00 PM

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Age UK Ashford, The Joe Fagg Community Centre, Stanhope Road Ashford

JUN3

Coffee with a cop

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9:00 AM — 9:30 AM

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Dobbies Garden Centre Ashford, Rutherford Road Ashford

JUL3

Discuss your local issues

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9:00 AM — 9:30 AM

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Dobbies Garden Centre Ashford, Rutherford Road Ashford, TN25 4BN

JUL3

Discuss your local issues

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9:00 AM — 9:30 AM

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Dobbies Garden Centre Ashford, Rutherford Road Ashford, TN25 4BN

AUG3

Come and discuss local concerns and priorities with your local beat officer

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9:00 AM — 9:30 AM

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Dobbies Garden Centre Ashford, Rutherford Road Ashford, TN25 4BN

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