Cheriton Crime Intelligence
Comprehensive safety analysis for Cheriton, localized within folkestone and hythe.
Total Crimes
Annual Crime Rate
Safety Rating
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12-Month Crime Trend
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Cheriton Interchange Map | Shoplifting: 7Violence and sexual offences: 2Vehicle crime: 1 | 10 |
| On or near Petrol Station Map | Shoplifting: 8Drugs: 1 | 9 |
| On or near Mitchell Street Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2Drugs: 1Other crime: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Baker Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Supermarket Map | Shoplifting: 4 | 4 |
| On or near Tudor Road Map | Possession of weapons: 3Public order: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Canada Close Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Salisbury Road Map | Bicycle theft: 1Possession of weapons: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Chilham Road Map | Drugs: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Trimworth Road Map | Other theft: 1Vehicle crime: 1 | 2 |
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Local Priorities
Scooters/e-bikes.
Issued: 15 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: 15 Apr 2026
Road safety.
Issued: 15 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: 15 Apr 2026
Antisocial behaviour.
Issued: 15 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: 15 Apr 2026
Fraud.
Issued: 3 Feb 2026
Status Update
Officers have been visiting local shops to speak with staff about counterfeit notes and common fraud tactics. There have been no reported incidents at this time.
Officers have also shared advice through My Community Voice, the police two-way messaging service, to raise awareness of different types of fraud and explain how people can help protect themselves.
Actioned: 31 Mar 2026
Nuisance motorcycles and/or e-scooters.
Issued: 3 Feb 2026
Status Update
There have been no reports of nuisance motorcycles or e‑scooters during this period. The local officer has spoken with shop owners and residents, and no concerns have been raised at this time.
As the weather improves, this may change. The local officer will continue to monitor the situation, with particular attention on parks and other busy areas.
Actioned: 31 Mar 2026
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