Is Kemsley Safe?
Crime statistics for Kemsley. 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 — 474 total crimes recorded in Kemsley
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Kemsley — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kemsley safe?
Kemsley has a CrimeRadar safety score of 37/100, rated Below Average. A total of 474 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 19.4% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Kemsley are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Kemsley in the last 12 months?
474 crimes were recorded in Kemsley 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 19.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (397 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 186 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Kemsley?
The most common crime in Kemsley is Violent Crime, with 186 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 39.2% 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 Kemsley increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Kemsley is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 19.4% — from 397 crimes in the previous 12 months to 474 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 Kemsley?
Kemsley has a safety score of 37 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 Kemsley compare to the Kent Police average?
Kemsley has a safety score of 37/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Kemsley is in line with the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Kemsley?
19.2% of crimes recorded in Kemsley 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 Kemsley?
186 violent crimes were recorded in Kemsley in the last 12 months — representing 39.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 102 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 Kemsley last updated?
The crime data for Kemsley 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 Kemsley with other areas?
You can compare Kemsley 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.