Birchington vs Broadstairs — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Birchington

CT7 · Kent

35

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences15
  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Shoplifting3

Broadstairs

CT10 · Kent

141

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences46
  • Anti-social behaviour38
  • Shoplifting18

Birchington has less crime — 35 vs 141 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Broadstairs recorded substantially more crime than Birchington in April 2026 — 141 incidents compared to 35, a 4.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Broadstairs records significantly more (46 vs 15 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birchington or Broadstairs safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Birchington recorded fewer crimes than Broadstairs — 35 vs 141 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Birchington is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Birchington and Broadstairs?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Birchington recorded 15 incidents of this type vs 46 in Broadstairs. Overall, Birchington had fewer total crimes (35 vs 141).

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