Kent Police

Is Southborough & Bidborough Safe?

Crime statistics for Southborough & Bidborough. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 603 crimes
76 / 100 Safe

Safety Score !

603 Crimes (last 36 months)
44.8% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↓22.3% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 36 months — 603 total crimes recorded in Southborough & Bidborough

Violent Crime
293 48.6%
Anti-Social Behaviour
59 9.8%
Other Theft
55 9.1%
Criminal Damage & Arson
50 8.3%
Drugs
36 6%
Vehicle Crime
34 5.6%
Public Order
27 4.5%
Burglary
20 3.3%
Other Crime
15 2.5%
Possession of Weapons
6 1%
Robbery
4 0.7%
Bicycle Theft
3 0.5%
Shoplifting
1 0.2%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Southborough & Bidborough — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southborough & Bidborough safe?

Southborough & Bidborough has a CrimeRadar safety score of 76/100, rated Safe. 167 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Southborough & Bidborough is considered a relatively safe area based on official UK Police data.

How many crimes were recorded in Southborough & Bidborough in the last 12 months?

167 crimes were recorded in Southborough & Bidborough in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 22.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (215 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Southborough & Bidborough?

The most common crime in Southborough & Bidborough is Violent Crime, with 293 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 175.4% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Southborough & Bidborough increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Southborough & Bidborough is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 22.3% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Southborough & Bidborough?

Southborough & Bidborough has a safety score of 76 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 Southborough & Bidborough compare to the Kent Police average?

Southborough & Bidborough has a safety score of 76/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 45/100. Southborough & Bidborough 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 Southborough & Bidborough?

44.8% of crimes in Southborough & Bidborough resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Southborough & Bidborough?

293 violent crimes were recorded in Southborough & Bidborough in the last 12 months, representing 175.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 59 incidents.

When was the crime data for Southborough & Bidborough last updated?

The crime data for Southborough & Bidborough was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Southborough & Bidborough with other areas?

You can compare Southborough & Bidborough with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.