Is Downs North Safe?
Crime statistics for Downs North. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 94 total crimes recorded in Downs North
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Downs North — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downs North safe?
Downs North has a CrimeRadar safety score of 79/100, rated Safe. A total of 94 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 13% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Downs North is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Downs North in the last 12 months?
94 crimes were recorded in Downs North 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 13% compared to the previous 12-month period (108 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 38 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Downs North?
The most common crime in Downs North is Violent Crime, with 38 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 40.4% 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 Downs North increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Downs North is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 13% — from 108 crimes in the previous 12 months to 94 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Downs North?
Downs North has a safety score of 79 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 Downs North compare to the Kent Police average?
Downs North has a safety score of 79/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Downs 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 Downs North?
0% of crimes recorded in Downs 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 Downs North?
38 violent crimes were recorded in Downs North in the last 12 months — representing 40.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 15 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 Downs North last updated?
The crime data for Downs 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 Downs North with other areas?
You can compare Downs 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.