Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT7 · Kent
35
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CT8 · Kent
97
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Birchington has less crime — 35 vs 97 incidents in April 2026.
Margate recorded substantially more crime than Birchington in April 2026 — 97 incidents compared to 35, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birchington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (3), while Margate has more Criminal damage & arson (16). 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 Margate — 35 vs 97 incidents. That is 64% 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 Margate had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birchington recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 97).