Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT12 · Kent
47
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BR8 · Kent
135
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Manston has less crime — 47 vs 135 incidents in April 2026.
Swanley recorded substantially more crime than Manston in April 2026 — 135 incidents compared to 47, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Manston sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (13), while Swanley has more Other theft (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Manston recorded fewer crimes than Swanley — 47 vs 135 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. Manston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Manston saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Swanley had more Other theft. Overall, Manston recorded fewer total crimes (47 vs 135).