Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT7 · Kent
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CT12 · Kent
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Manston has less crime — 38 vs 44 incidents in February 2026.
Birchington saw somewhat more crime than Manston in February 2026 (44 vs 38 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birchington sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (6), while Manston has more Criminal damage & arson (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Manston recorded fewer crimes than Birchington — 38 vs 44 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes. Manston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birchington saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Manston had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Manston recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 44).