Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT16 · Kent
209
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CT12 · Kent
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Manston has less crime — 38 vs 209 incidents in February 2026.
Dover recorded substantially more crime than Manston in February 2026 — 209 incidents compared to 38, a 5.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dover sees higher rates of Shoplifting (33) and Anti-social behaviour (31), while Manston has more Criminal damage & arson (4) and Drugs (3). Dover sits above the national average for recorded crime while Manston is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Manston recorded fewer crimes than Dover — 38 vs 209 incidents. That is 82% fewer crimes. Manston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dover saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Manston had more Criminal damage & arson and Drugs. Overall, Manston recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 209).