Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT7 · Kent
35
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CT5 · Kent
138
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Birchington has less crime — 35 vs 138 incidents in April 2026.
Canterbury recorded substantially more crime than Birchington in April 2026 — 138 incidents compared to 35, a 3.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birchington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (3), while Canterbury has more Criminal damage & arson (24). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Birchington recorded fewer crimes than Canterbury — 35 vs 138 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Birchington is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birchington saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Canterbury had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birchington recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 138).