Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ME14 · Kent
238
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
ME16 · Kent
211
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Maidstone has less crime — 211 vs 238 incidents in February 2026.
Maidstone and Maidstone recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 238 and 211 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Maidstone sees higher rates of Shoplifting (33), while Maidstone has more Criminal damage & arson (20). 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, Maidstone recorded fewer crimes than Maidstone — 211 vs 238 incidents. That is 11% fewer crimes. Maidstone is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Maidstone saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Maidstone had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Maidstone recorded fewer total crimes (211 vs 238).