Ditton vs Rochester — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ditton

ME20 · Kent

84

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences29
  • Anti-social behaviour16
  • Vehicle crime8

Rochester

ME5 · Medway

148

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences66
  • Anti-social behaviour28
  • Other crime11

Ditton has less crime — 84 vs 148 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Rochester recorded notably higher crime than Ditton in April 2026 — 148 vs 84 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ditton sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (8), while Rochester has more Other crime (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ditton or Rochester safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ditton recorded fewer crimes than Rochester — 84 vs 148 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Ditton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Ditton and Rochester?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ditton saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Rochester had more Other crime. Overall, Ditton recorded fewer total crimes (84 vs 148).

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