Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT7 · Kent
35
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CT18 · Kent
39
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Birchington has less crime — 35 vs 39 incidents in April 2026.
Birchington and Hawkinge recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 35 and 39 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birchington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (3), while Hawkinge has more Other theft (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Birchington recorded fewer crimes than Hawkinge — 35 vs 39 incidents. That is 10% 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 Hawkinge had more Other theft. Overall, Birchington recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 39).