Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ME20 · Kent
84
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
ME8 · Medway
150
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Ditton has less crime — 84 vs 150 incidents in April 2026.
Gillingham recorded notably higher crime than Ditton in April 2026 — 150 vs 84 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ditton sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (8), while Gillingham has more Other theft (15). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Ditton recorded fewer crimes than Gillingham — 84 vs 150 incidents. That is 44% fewer crimes. Ditton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ditton saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Gillingham had more Other theft. Overall, Ditton recorded fewer total crimes (84 vs 150).