Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT17 · Kent
350
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CT20 · Kent
307
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Folkestone has less crime — 307 vs 350 incidents in February 2026.
Dover and Folkestone recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 350 and 307 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dover sees higher rates of Shoplifting (41), while Folkestone has more Criminal damage & arson (33). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Folkestone recorded fewer crimes than Dover — 307 vs 350 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes. Dover is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dover saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Folkestone had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Folkestone recorded fewer total crimes (307 vs 350).