Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT1 · Kent
544
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CT20 · Kent
313
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Folkestone has less crime — 313 vs 544 incidents in April 2026.
Canterbury recorded notably higher crime than Folkestone in April 2026 — 544 vs 313 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canterbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (91), while Folkestone has more Criminal damage & arson (34). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Folkestone recorded fewer crimes than Canterbury — 313 vs 544 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Canterbury is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Canterbury saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Folkestone had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Folkestone recorded fewer total crimes (313 vs 544).