Is Barming Heath & Teston Safe?
Crime statistics for Barming Heath & Teston. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 274 total crimes recorded in Barming Heath & Teston
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Month-by-month crime totals for Barming Heath & Teston — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barming Heath & Teston safe?
Barming Heath & Teston has a CrimeRadar safety score of 57/100, rated Average. A total of 274 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 15.6% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Barming Heath & Teston are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Barming Heath & Teston in the last 12 months?
274 crimes were recorded in Barming Heath & Teston 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 15.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (237 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 128 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Barming Heath & Teston?
The most common crime in Barming Heath & Teston is Violent Crime, with 128 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 46.7% 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 Barming Heath & Teston increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Barming Heath & Teston is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 15.6% — from 237 crimes in the previous 12 months to 274 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 Barming Heath & Teston?
Barming Heath & Teston has a safety score of 57 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 Barming Heath & Teston compare to the Kent Police average?
Barming Heath & Teston has a safety score of 57/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Barming Heath & Teston 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 Barming Heath & Teston?
29% of crimes recorded in Barming Heath & Teston 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 Barming Heath & Teston?
128 violent crimes were recorded in Barming Heath & Teston in the last 12 months — representing 46.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 53 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 Barming Heath & Teston last updated?
The crime data for Barming Heath & Teston 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 Barming Heath & Teston with other areas?
You can compare Barming Heath & Teston 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.