Is Marden & Yalding Safe?
Crime statistics for Marden & Yalding. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 64 total crimes recorded in Marden & Yalding
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Marden & Yalding — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Marden & Yalding safe?
Marden & Yalding has a CrimeRadar safety score of 85/100, rated Very Safe. A total of 33 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 6.5% compared to the previous year. Marden & Yalding is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Marden & Yalding in the last 12 months?
33 crimes were recorded in Marden & Yalding 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 6.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (31 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 20 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Marden & Yalding?
The most common crime in Marden & Yalding is Violent Crime, with 20 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 60.6% 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 Marden & Yalding increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Marden & Yalding is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 6.5% — from 31 crimes in the previous 12 months to 33 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 Marden & Yalding?
Marden & Yalding has a safety score of 85 out of 100 (Very 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 Marden & Yalding compare to the Kent Police average?
Marden & Yalding has a safety score of 85/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Marden & Yalding 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 Marden & Yalding?
34.4% of crimes recorded in Marden & Yalding 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 Marden & Yalding?
20 violent crimes were recorded in Marden & Yalding in the last 12 months — representing 60.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 13 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 Marden & Yalding last updated?
The crime data for Marden & Yalding 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 Marden & Yalding with other areas?
You can compare Marden & Yalding 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.