Broadstairs vs Dover — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Broadstairs

CT10 · Kent

141

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences46
  • Anti-social behaviour38
  • Shoplifting18

Dover

CT14 · Kent

126

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences51
  • Anti-social behaviour32
  • Other theft11

Dover has less crime — 126 vs 141 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Broadstairs and Dover recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 141 and 126 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broadstairs sees higher rates of Shoplifting (18), while Dover has more Other theft (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Broadstairs or Dover safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Dover recorded fewer crimes than Broadstairs — 126 vs 141 incidents. That is 11% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Broadstairs and Dover?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Broadstairs saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Dover had more Other theft. Overall, Dover recorded fewer total crimes (126 vs 141).

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