Canterbury vs Whitfield — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Canterbury

CT5 · Kent

123

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences37
  • Shoplifting35
  • Anti-social behaviour15

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 123 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Canterbury recorded substantially more crime than Whitfield in February 2026 — 123 incidents compared to 8, a 15.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canterbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (35) and Anti-social behaviour (15), while Whitfield has more Criminal damage & arson (2) and Other theft (1). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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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 123 incidents. That is 93% 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 Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Whitfield had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Whitfield recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 123).

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