Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT6 · Kent
169
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
CT12 · Kent
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Manston has less crime — 38 vs 169 incidents in February 2026.
Canterbury recorded substantially more crime than Manston in February 2026 — 169 incidents compared to 38, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canterbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (38) and Shoplifting (16), while Manston has more Criminal damage & arson (4) and Drugs (3). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Manston recorded fewer crimes than Canterbury — 38 vs 169 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Manston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Canterbury saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Manston had more Criminal damage & arson and Drugs. Overall, Manston recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 169).