Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT6 · Kent
252
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CT19 · Kent
382
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Canterbury has less crime — 252 vs 382 incidents in April 2026.
Folkestone recorded notably higher crime than Canterbury in April 2026 — 382 vs 252 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canterbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (39), while Folkestone has more Criminal damage & arson (42). 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, Canterbury recorded fewer crimes than Folkestone — 252 vs 382 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes. Folkestone 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, Canterbury recorded fewer total crimes (252 vs 382).