Margate vs Wingham — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Margate

CT8 · Kent

97

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Criminal damage & arson16
  • Anti-social behaviour15

Wingham

CT3 · Kent

7

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft2
  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Vehicle crime1

Wingham has less crime — 7 vs 97 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Margate recorded substantially more crime than Wingham in April 2026 — 97 incidents compared to 7, a 13.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Margate sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (16) and Anti-social behaviour (15), while Wingham has more Other theft (2) and Vehicle crime (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Margate or Wingham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wingham recorded fewer crimes than Margate — 7 vs 97 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Wingham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Margate and Wingham?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Margate saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour while Wingham had more Other theft and Vehicle crime. Overall, Wingham recorded fewer total crimes (7 vs 97).

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