Is Ash and New Ash Green Safe?
Crime statistics for Ash and New Ash Green. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 367 total crimes recorded in Ash and New Ash Green
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Ash and New Ash Green — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ash and New Ash Green safe?
Ash and New Ash Green has a CrimeRadar safety score of 51/100, rated Average. A total of 367 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 31.1% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Ash and New Ash Green are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Ash and New Ash Green in the last 12 months?
367 crimes were recorded in Ash and New Ash Green in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 31.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (280 crimes). The most common category was Anti-Social Behaviour, with 106 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Ash and New Ash Green?
The most common crime in Ash and New Ash Green is Anti-Social Behaviour, with 106 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 28.9% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Ash and New Ash Green increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Ash and New Ash Green is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 31.1% — from 280 crimes in the previous 12 months to 367 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Ash and New Ash Green?
Ash and New Ash Green has a safety score of 51 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Ash and New Ash Green compare to the Kent Police average?
Ash and New Ash Green has a safety score of 51/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Ash and New Ash Green is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Ash and New Ash Green?
20.7% of crimes recorded in Ash and New Ash Green resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Kent Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Ash and New Ash Green?
101 violent crimes were recorded in Ash and New Ash Green in the last 12 months — representing 27.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 106 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Ash and New Ash Green last updated?
The crime data for Ash and New Ash Green was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Ash and New Ash Green with other areas?
You can compare Ash and New Ash Green with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.