Is Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone Safe?
Crime statistics for Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 66 total crimes recorded in Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone safe?
Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone has a CrimeRadar safety score of 80/100, rated Safe. A total of 66 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 10.8% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone in the last 12 months?
66 crimes were recorded in Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone 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 10.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (74 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 24 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone?
The most common crime in Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone is Violent Crime, with 24 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 36.4% 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 Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 10.8% — from 74 crimes in the previous 12 months to 66 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone?
Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone has a safety score of 80 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 Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone compare to the Kent Police average?
Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone has a safety score of 80/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone 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 Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone?
0% of crimes recorded in Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone 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 Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone?
24 violent crimes were recorded in Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone in the last 12 months — representing 36.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 4 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 Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone last updated?
The crime data for Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone 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 Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone with other areas?
You can compare Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone 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.