Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT12 · Kent
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CT8 · Kent
81
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Manston has less crime — 38 vs 81 incidents in February 2026.
Margate recorded notably higher crime than Manston in February 2026 — 81 vs 38 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Manston sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (4) and Drugs (3), while Margate has more Anti-social behaviour (13) and Other theft (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Manston recorded fewer crimes than Margate — 38 vs 81 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Manston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Manston saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Drugs while Margate had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Manston recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 81).