Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ME7 · Medway
610
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
ME10 · Kent
345
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Sittingbourne has less crime — 345 vs 610 incidents in February 2026.
Gillingham recorded notably higher crime than Sittingbourne in February 2026 — 610 vs 345 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Gillingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (62), while Sittingbourne has more Shoplifting (50). 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, Sittingbourne recorded fewer crimes than Gillingham — 345 vs 610 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Gillingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Gillingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Sittingbourne had more Shoplifting. Overall, Sittingbourne recorded fewer total crimes (345 vs 610).