Canterbury vs Whitfield — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Canterbury

CT2 · Kent

317

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences102
  • Anti-social behaviour67
  • Criminal damage & arson32

Whitfield

CT15 · Kent

8

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Criminal damage & arson2
  • Other theft1

Whitfield has less crime — 8 vs 317 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Canterbury recorded substantially more crime than Whitfield in February 2026 — 317 incidents compared to 8, a 39.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canterbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (67), while Whitfield has more Other theft (1). Canterbury sits above the national average for recorded crime while Whitfield is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Canterbury or Whitfield safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Whitfield recorded fewer crimes than Canterbury — 8 vs 317 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Whitfield is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Canterbury and Whitfield?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Canterbury saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Whitfield had more Other theft. Overall, Whitfield recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 317).

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