Broadstairs vs Manston — 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

Manston

CT12 · Kent

47

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Criminal damage & arson13
  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Anti-social behaviour7

Manston has less crime — 47 vs 141 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Broadstairs recorded substantially more crime than Manston in April 2026 — 141 incidents compared to 47, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broadstairs sees higher rates of Shoplifting (18), while Manston has more Criminal damage & arson (13). 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 Manston safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Manston recorded fewer crimes than Broadstairs — 47 vs 141 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Manston is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Broadstairs saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Manston had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Manston recorded fewer total crimes (47 vs 141).

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