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

ME5 · Medway

135

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences68
  • Anti-social behaviour17
  • Criminal damage & arson13

Queenborough has less crime — 41 vs 135 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Rochester recorded substantially more crime than Queenborough in February 2026 — 135 incidents compared to 41, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Queenborough sees higher rates of Shoplifting (7) and Other crime (4), while Rochester has more Anti-social behaviour (17) and Criminal damage & arson (13). 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 135 incidents. That is 70% 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 Shoplifting and Other crime while Rochester had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Queenborough recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 135).

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