Is Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell Safe?
Crime statistics for Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 33 total crimes recorded in Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell safe?
Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell has a CrimeRadar safety score of 96/100, rated Very Safe. A total of 33 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 17.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell in the last 12 months?
33 crimes were recorded in Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 17.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (40 crimes). The most common category was Anti-Social Behaviour, with 12 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell?
The most common crime in Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell is Anti-Social Behaviour, with 12 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 36.4% 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 Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 17.5% — from 40 crimes in the previous 12 months to 33 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell?
Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell has a safety score of 96 out of 100 (Very Safe). 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 Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell compare to the Kent Police average?
Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell has a safety score of 96/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell 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 Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell?
100% of crimes recorded in Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell 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 Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell?
7 violent crimes were recorded in Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell in the last 12 months — representing 21.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 12 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 Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell last updated?
The crime data for Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell 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 Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell with other areas?
You can compare Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell 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.