Is Meopham North Safe?
Crime statistics for Meopham North. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 135 total crimes recorded in Meopham North
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Meopham North — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Meopham North safe?
Meopham North has a CrimeRadar safety score of 78/100, rated Safe. A total of 135 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 10% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Meopham North is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Meopham North in the last 12 months?
135 crimes were recorded in Meopham North 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% compared to the previous 12-month period (150 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 47 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Meopham North?
The most common crime in Meopham North is Violent Crime, with 47 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 34.8% 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 Meopham North increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Meopham North is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 10% — from 150 crimes in the previous 12 months to 135 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Meopham North?
Meopham North has a safety score of 78 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 Meopham North compare to the Kent Police average?
Meopham North has a safety score of 78/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Meopham North 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 Meopham North?
36.4% of crimes recorded in Meopham North 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 Meopham North?
47 violent crimes were recorded in Meopham North in the last 12 months — representing 34.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 27 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 Meopham North last updated?
The crime data for Meopham North 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 Meopham North with other areas?
You can compare Meopham North 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.