Is Rochester West and Borstal Safe?
Crime statistics for Rochester West and Borstal. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 1,777 total crimes recorded in Rochester West and Borstal
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Month-by-month crime totals for Rochester West and Borstal — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rochester West and Borstal safe?
Rochester West and Borstal has a CrimeRadar safety score of 11/100, rated High Crime. A total of 1,777 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 20.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Rochester West and Borstal are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Rochester West and Borstal in the last 12 months?
1,777 crimes were recorded in Rochester West and Borstal 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 20.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (2,228 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 694 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Rochester West and Borstal?
The most common crime in Rochester West and Borstal is Violent Crime, with 694 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 39.1% 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 Rochester West and Borstal increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Rochester West and Borstal is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 20.2% — from 2,228 crimes in the previous 12 months to 1,777 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Rochester West and Borstal?
Rochester West and Borstal has a safety score of 11 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Rochester West and Borstal compare to the Kent Police average?
Rochester West and Borstal has a safety score of 11/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Rochester West and Borstal is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Rochester West and Borstal?
22.2% of crimes recorded in Rochester West and Borstal 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 Rochester West and Borstal?
694 violent crimes were recorded in Rochester West and Borstal in the last 12 months — representing 39.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 367 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 Rochester West and Borstal last updated?
The crime data for Rochester West and Borstal 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 Rochester West and Borstal with other areas?
You can compare Rochester West and Borstal 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.