Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ME3 · Medway
16
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
ME19 · Kent
39
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Hoo St Werburgh has less crime — 16 vs 39 incidents in April 2026.
West Malling recorded notably higher crime than Hoo St Werburgh in April 2026 — 39 vs 16 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hoo St Werburgh sees higher rates of Burglary (2), while West Malling has more Criminal damage & arson (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hoo St Werburgh recorded fewer crimes than West Malling — 16 vs 39 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Hoo St Werburgh is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hoo St Werburgh saw higher rates of Burglary while West Malling had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hoo St Werburgh recorded fewer total crimes (16 vs 39).