Is Garlinge Safe?
Crime statistics for Garlinge. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 580 total crimes recorded in Garlinge
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Garlinge — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Garlinge safe?
Garlinge has a CrimeRadar safety score of 28/100, rated Below Average. A total of 580 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 9.6% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Garlinge are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Garlinge in the last 12 months?
580 crimes were recorded in Garlinge 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 9.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (529 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 245 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Garlinge?
The most common crime in Garlinge is Violent Crime, with 245 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 42.2% 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 Garlinge increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Garlinge is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 9.6% — from 529 crimes in the previous 12 months to 580 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 Garlinge?
Garlinge has a safety score of 28 out of 100 (Below 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 Garlinge compare to the Kent Police average?
Garlinge has a safety score of 28/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Garlinge is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Garlinge?
20% of crimes recorded in Garlinge 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 Garlinge?
245 violent crimes were recorded in Garlinge in the last 12 months — representing 42.2% 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 Garlinge last updated?
The crime data for Garlinge 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 Garlinge with other areas?
You can compare Garlinge 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.