Dover vs Hawkinge — 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

Hawkinge

CT18 · Kent

37

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour13
  • Violence & sexual offences11
  • Other theft4

Hawkinge has less crime — 37 vs 113 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Dover recorded substantially more crime than Hawkinge in February 2026 — 113 incidents compared to 37, a 3.1x difference. 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 Hawkinge safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Hawkinge recorded fewer crimes than Dover — 37 vs 113 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Hawkinge is also below the national average for crime.

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

In February 2026, Dover's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (62 incidents) while Hawkinge's was Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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