Is Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch Safe?
Crime statistics for Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 376 total crimes recorded in Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch safe?
Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch has a CrimeRadar safety score of 52/100, rated Average. A total of 376 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 10.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch in the last 12 months?
376 crimes were recorded in Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch 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 10.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (422 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 170 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch?
The most common crime in Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch is Violent Crime, with 170 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 45.2% 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 Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 10.9% — from 422 crimes in the previous 12 months to 376 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch?
Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch has a safety score of 52 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 Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch compare to the Kent Police average?
Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch has a safety score of 52/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch 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 Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch?
33.3% of crimes recorded in Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch 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 Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch?
170 violent crimes were recorded in Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch in the last 12 months — representing 45.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 64 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 Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch last updated?
The crime data for Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch 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 Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch with other areas?
You can compare Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch 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.