Is Birchington North Safe?
Crime statistics for Birchington North. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 170 total crimes recorded in Birchington North
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Birchington North — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Birchington North safe?
Birchington North has a CrimeRadar safety score of 67/100, rated Safe. A total of 170 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 91% compared to the previous year. Birchington North is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Birchington North in the last 12 months?
170 crimes were recorded in Birchington North 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 91% compared to the previous 12-month period (89 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 66 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Birchington North?
The most common crime in Birchington North is Violent Crime, with 66 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 38.8% 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 Birchington North increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Birchington North is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 91% — from 89 crimes in the previous 12 months to 170 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 Birchington North?
Birchington North has a safety score of 67 out of 100 (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 Birchington North compare to the Kent Police average?
Birchington North has a safety score of 67/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Birchington North 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 Birchington North?
30% of crimes recorded in Birchington North 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 Birchington North?
66 violent crimes were recorded in Birchington North in the last 12 months — representing 38.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 32 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 Birchington North last updated?
The crime data for Birchington North 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 Birchington North with other areas?
You can compare Birchington North 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.