Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT21 · Kent
49
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CT12 · Kent
47
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Manston has less crime — 47 vs 49 incidents in April 2026.
Hythe and Manston recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 49 and 47 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hythe sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9), while Manston has more Criminal damage & arson (13). 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, Manston recorded fewer crimes than Hythe — 47 vs 49 incidents. That is 4% fewer crimes. Manston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hythe saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Manston had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Manston recorded fewer total crimes (47 vs 49).