Is Rolvenden & Tenterden West Safe?
Crime statistics for Rolvenden & Tenterden West. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 117 total crimes recorded in Rolvenden & Tenterden West
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Month-by-month crime totals for Rolvenden & Tenterden West — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rolvenden & Tenterden West safe?
Rolvenden & Tenterden West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 89/100, rated Very Safe. A total of 117 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 2.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Rolvenden & Tenterden West is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Rolvenden & Tenterden West in the last 12 months?
117 crimes were recorded in Rolvenden & Tenterden West 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 2.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (120 crimes). The most common category was Other Theft, with 38 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Rolvenden & Tenterden West?
The most common crime in Rolvenden & Tenterden West is Other Theft, with 38 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 32.5% 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 Rolvenden & Tenterden West increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Rolvenden & Tenterden West is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 2.5% — from 120 crimes in the previous 12 months to 117 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Rolvenden & Tenterden West?
Rolvenden & Tenterden West has a safety score of 89 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 Rolvenden & Tenterden West compare to the Kent Police average?
Rolvenden & Tenterden West has a safety score of 89/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 45/100. Rolvenden & Tenterden West 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 Rolvenden & Tenterden West?
40% of crimes recorded in Rolvenden & Tenterden West 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 Rolvenden & Tenterden West?
36 violent crimes were recorded in Rolvenden & Tenterden West in the last 12 months — representing 30.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 14 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 Rolvenden & Tenterden West last updated?
The crime data for Rolvenden & Tenterden West was last updated in January 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 Rolvenden & Tenterden West with other areas?
You can compare Rolvenden & Tenterden West 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.