Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT19 · Kent
369
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CT9 · Kent
384
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Folkestone has less crime — 369 vs 384 incidents in February 2026.
Folkestone and Margate recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 369 and 384 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Folkestone sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (38), while Margate has more Shoplifting (36). 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 Margate — 369 vs 384 incidents. That is 4% fewer crimes. Margate is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Folkestone saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Margate had more Shoplifting. Overall, Folkestone recorded fewer total crimes (369 vs 384).