Queenborough vs Rochester — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Queenborough

ME11 · Kent

41

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences15
  • Shoplifting7
  • Other crime4

Rochester

ME1 · Medway

176

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences72
  • Other theft19
  • Shoplifting18

Queenborough has less crime — 41 vs 176 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Rochester recorded substantially more crime than Queenborough in February 2026 — 176 incidents compared to 41, a 4.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Queenborough sees higher rates of Other crime (4), while Rochester has more Other theft (19). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Queenborough or Rochester safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Queenborough recorded fewer crimes than Rochester — 41 vs 176 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Queenborough is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Queenborough and Rochester?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Queenborough saw higher rates of Other crime while Rochester had more Other theft. Overall, Queenborough recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 176).

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