Is Boughton and Courtenay Safe?
Crime statistics for Boughton and Courtenay. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 267 total crimes recorded in Boughton and Courtenay
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Boughton and Courtenay — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boughton and Courtenay safe?
Boughton and Courtenay has a CrimeRadar safety score of 64/100, rated Average. A total of 267 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 12.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Boughton and Courtenay are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Boughton and Courtenay in the last 12 months?
267 crimes were recorded in Boughton and Courtenay 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 12.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (304 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 109 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Boughton and Courtenay?
The most common crime in Boughton and Courtenay is Violent Crime, with 109 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 40.8% 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 Boughton and Courtenay increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Boughton and Courtenay is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 12.2% — from 304 crimes in the previous 12 months to 267 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Boughton and Courtenay?
Boughton and Courtenay has a safety score of 64 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 Boughton and Courtenay compare to the Kent Police average?
Boughton and Courtenay has a safety score of 64/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Boughton and Courtenay 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 Boughton and Courtenay?
37.5% of crimes recorded in Boughton and Courtenay 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 Boughton and Courtenay?
109 violent crimes were recorded in Boughton and Courtenay in the last 12 months — representing 40.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 29 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 Boughton and Courtenay last updated?
The crime data for Boughton and Courtenay 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 Boughton and Courtenay with other areas?
You can compare Boughton and Courtenay 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.