Dover vs Dover — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dover

CT14 · Kent

113

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Anti-social behaviour21
  • Other theft8

Dover

CT17 · Kent

350

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences133
  • Anti-social behaviour54
  • Shoplifting41

Dover has less crime — 113 vs 350 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Dover recorded substantially more crime than Dover in February 2026 — 350 incidents compared to 113, a 3.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dover sees higher rates of Other theft (8), while Dover has more Shoplifting (41). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dover or Dover safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Dover recorded fewer crimes than Dover — 113 vs 350 incidents. That is 68% fewer crimes. Dover is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Dover and Dover?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dover saw higher rates of Other theft while Dover had more Shoplifting. Overall, Dover recorded fewer total crimes (113 vs 350).

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