Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne vs Godinton

Side-by-side crime comparison: safety scores, categories and trends.

By:
A First Neighbourhood
    76/100
    Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne Kent Police
    VS
    B Second Neighbourhood
      50/100
      Godinton Kent Police

      Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne vs Godinton Results

      A
      76/100
      Safe
      Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne
      Kent Police
      52 crimes / 12m
      ↑23.8% trend
      0% resolved
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      VS
      B
      50/100
      Average
      Godinton
      Kent Police
      342 crimes / 12m
      ↑185% trend
      28.2% resolved
      View full statistics

      Key Statistics (last 12 months)

      A Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne
      B Godinton
      Safety Score
      76/100 Safe
      50/100 Average
      Total Crimes
      52
      342
      Crimes (prev 12 months)
      42
      120
      Crime Trend (vs same month last year)
      ↑23.8%
      ↑185%
      Resolution Rate ?
      0%
      28.2%

      Crime by Category (last 12 months)

      Number of crimes per category — lower is better

      A Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne
      B Godinton
      Violent Crime
      17 ↑6%
      128 ↑266%
      Anti-Social Behaviour
      15 ↑114%
      45 ↑275%
      Other Theft
      5 ↓17%
      17 ↑21%
      Vehicle Crime
      1 ↓50%
      21 ↑425%
      Burglary
      4 ↑100%
      10 ↑43%
      Criminal Damage & Arson
      6 ↑20%
      40 ↑150%
      Drugs
      0 ↓100%
      14 ↑367%
      Public Order
      1
      10 ↑100%
      Robbery
      1
      0
      Shoplifting
      0
      30 ↑58%
      Theft from Person
      0
      1
      Bicycle Theft
      0
      3 ↑200%
      Possession of Weapons
      0
      8 ↑300%
      Other Crime
      2 ↓33%
      15 ↑650%
      Overall Verdict
      A Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne is the safer choice — scoring 76/100 vs 50/100 and winning 3 out of 4 key metrics.
      3/4 metrics won
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      Is Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne safer than Godinton?

      Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne has a safety score of 76/100 (Safe) and recorded 52 crimes in the last 12 months. Godinton has a safety score of 50/100 (Average) with 342 crimes. Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne scores higher on the CrimeRadar safety index.

      What is the crime trend in Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne vs Godinton?

      Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne shows a year-on-year crime trend of +23.8% — meaning total crimes rose compared to the same period the prior year. Godinton shows +185% (rising). A downward trend is a positive sign for an area.

      What types of crime are most common in Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne and Godinton?

      In Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne, the most recorded crime category over the last 12 months is Violent Crime (17 incidents). In Godinton, it is Violent Crime (128 incidents). The full breakdown by category is shown in the chart above.

      How does anti-social behaviour compare between Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne and Godinton?

      Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne recorded 15 anti-social behaviour incidents in the last 12 months, while Godinton recorded 45. Anti-social behaviour includes rowdiness, nuisance and disorder that disrupts daily life but may not result in a criminal charge.

      How do violent crime levels compare in Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne vs Godinton?

      Violent crime in Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne totalled 17 incidents over the last 12 months, compared to 128 in Godinton. Violent crime includes assault with and without injury, harassment, and public order offences.

      How many crimes were recorded in Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne and Godinton in the previous year?

      In the 12 months prior to the most recent period, Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne recorded 42 crimes (now 52, a change of +23.8%). Godinton recorded 120 crimes previously (now 342, +185%).

      What is the resolution rate for crimes in Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne and Godinton?

      The resolution rate is the percentage of recorded crimes that resulted in a formal outcome — such as a charge, caution, penalty notice, or community resolution. Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne has a resolution rate of 0% and Godinton has 28.2%. A higher rate indicates police are more frequently resolving reported crimes in that area.

      Which police force covers Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne and Godinton?

      Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne falls within the Kent Police boundary. Godinton is covered by Kent Police. Each force operates independently and publishes crime data through the national UK Police API.

      What data is used to compare Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne and Godinton?

      CrimeRadar uses 36 months of official recorded crime data from the UK Police API, updated each month. The safety score combines crime volume relative to the force average, year-on-year trend direction, and resolution rate. All figures are based on crimes recorded within each police-defined neighbourhood boundary.

      Can I see Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne or Godinton on a crime map?

      Yes — CrimeRadar has individual crime map pages for both Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne and Godinton. You can view interactive maps, monthly trends and hotspot locations by visiting each neighbourhood's full statistics page linked above.

      City rankings are based on official police force data areas, which cover cities and surrounding regions.