Is Hythe Rural Safe?
Crime statistics for Hythe Rural. 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 — 147 total crimes recorded in Hythe Rural
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Hythe Rural — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Hythe Rural
Safest Areas Near Hythe Rural
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Hythe Rural by safety score
Compare Hythe Rural With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hythe Rural safe?
Hythe Rural has a CrimeRadar safety score of 75/100, rated Safe. A total of 147 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 43.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Hythe Rural is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Hythe Rural in the last 12 months?
147 crimes were recorded in Hythe Rural 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 43.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (260 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 69 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Hythe Rural?
The most common crime in Hythe Rural is Violent Crime, with 69 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 46.9% 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 Hythe Rural increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Hythe Rural is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 43.5% — from 260 crimes in the previous 12 months to 147 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Hythe Rural?
Hythe Rural has a safety score of 75 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 Hythe Rural compare to the Kent Police average?
Hythe Rural has a safety score of 75/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Hythe Rural 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 Hythe Rural?
0% of crimes recorded in Hythe Rural 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 Hythe Rural?
69 violent crimes were recorded in Hythe Rural in the last 12 months — representing 46.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 14 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 Hythe Rural last updated?
The crime data for Hythe Rural 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 Hythe Rural with other areas?
You can compare Hythe Rural 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.