Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ME7 · Medway
610
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
ME18 · Kent
12
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
West Farleigh has less crime — 12 vs 610 incidents in February 2026.
Gillingham recorded substantially more crime than West Farleigh in February 2026 — 610 incidents compared to 12, a 50.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Gillingham sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (109) and Criminal damage & arson (62), while West Farleigh has more Drugs (3) and Vehicle crime (3). Gillingham sits above the national average for recorded crime while West Farleigh is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, West Farleigh recorded fewer crimes than Gillingham — 12 vs 610 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. West Farleigh is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Gillingham saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while West Farleigh had more Drugs and Vehicle crime. Overall, West Farleigh recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 610).