Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT17 · Kent
350
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CT11 · Kent
325
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Margate has less crime — 325 vs 350 incidents in February 2026.
Dover and Margate recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 350 and 325 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dover sees higher rates of Shoplifting (41), while Margate has more Criminal damage & arson (31). 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, Margate recorded fewer crimes than Dover — 325 vs 350 incidents. That is 7% 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 Margate had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Margate recorded fewer total crimes (325 vs 350).