Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT2 · Kent
317
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CT17 · Kent
350
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Canterbury has less crime — 317 vs 350 incidents in February 2026.
Canterbury and Dover recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 317 and 350 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canterbury sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (32), while Dover has more Shoplifting (41). 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 February 2026 Police data, Canterbury recorded fewer crimes than Dover — 317 vs 350 incidents. That is 9% fewer crimes. Dover is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Canterbury saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Dover had more Shoplifting. Overall, Canterbury recorded fewer total crimes (317 vs 350).