Is Chestfield Safe?
Crime statistics for Chestfield. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 683 total crimes recorded in Chestfield
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Chestfield — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chestfield safe?
Chestfield has a CrimeRadar safety score of 67/100, rated Safe. A total of 309 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 17.4% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Chestfield is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Chestfield in the last 12 months?
309 crimes were recorded in Chestfield 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 17.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (374 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 220 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Chestfield?
The most common crime in Chestfield is Violent Crime, with 220 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 71.2% 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 Chestfield increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Chestfield is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 17.4% — from 374 crimes in the previous 12 months to 309 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Chestfield?
Chestfield 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 Chestfield compare to the Kent Police average?
Chestfield has a safety score of 67/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 35/100. Chestfield 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 Chestfield?
52.1% of crimes recorded in Chestfield 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 Chestfield?
220 violent crimes were recorded in Chestfield in the last 12 months — representing 71.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 89 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 Chestfield last updated?
The crime data for Chestfield was last updated in May 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 Chestfield with other areas?
You can compare Chestfield 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.