Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT7 · Kent
35
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CT12 · Kent
47
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Birchington has less crime — 35 vs 47 incidents in April 2026.
Manston saw somewhat more crime than Birchington in April 2026 (47 vs 35 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birchington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (3), while Manston has more Criminal damage & arson (13). 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 Manston — 35 vs 47 incidents. That is 26% 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 Manston had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birchington recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 47).