Is Fawkham and West Kingsdown Safe?
Crime statistics for Fawkham and West Kingsdown. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 368 total crimes recorded in Fawkham and West Kingsdown
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Fawkham and West Kingsdown — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fawkham and West Kingsdown safe?
Fawkham and West Kingsdown has a CrimeRadar safety score of 50/100, rated Average. A total of 368 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 16.5% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Fawkham and West Kingsdown are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Fawkham and West Kingsdown in the last 12 months?
368 crimes were recorded in Fawkham and West Kingsdown 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 16.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (316 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 121 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Fawkham and West Kingsdown?
The most common crime in Fawkham and West Kingsdown is Violent Crime, with 121 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 32.9% 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 Fawkham and West Kingsdown increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Fawkham and West Kingsdown is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 16.5% — from 316 crimes in the previous 12 months to 368 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 Fawkham and West Kingsdown?
Fawkham and West Kingsdown has a safety score of 50 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 Fawkham and West Kingsdown compare to the Kent Police average?
Fawkham and West Kingsdown has a safety score of 50/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Fawkham and West Kingsdown 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 Fawkham and West Kingsdown?
27.3% of crimes recorded in Fawkham and West Kingsdown 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 Fawkham and West Kingsdown?
121 violent crimes were recorded in Fawkham and West Kingsdown in the last 12 months — representing 32.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 51 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 Fawkham and West Kingsdown last updated?
The crime data for Fawkham and West Kingsdown 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 Fawkham and West Kingsdown with other areas?
You can compare Fawkham and West Kingsdown 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.