Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT2 · Kent
317
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CT9 · Kent
384
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Canterbury has less crime — 317 vs 384 incidents in February 2026.
Margate saw somewhat more crime than Canterbury in February 2026 (384 vs 317 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canterbury sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (32), while Margate has more Shoplifting (36). 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 Margate — 317 vs 384 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. Margate is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Canterbury saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Margate had more Shoplifting. Overall, Canterbury recorded fewer total crimes (317 vs 384).