Rochester vs Snodland — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Rochester

ME4 · Medway

725

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences254
  • Anti-social behaviour150
  • Shoplifting67

Snodland

ME6 · Kent

112

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences46
  • Anti-social behaviour28
  • Criminal damage & arson15

Snodland has less crime — 112 vs 725 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Rochester recorded substantially more crime than Snodland in February 2026 — 725 incidents compared to 112, a 6.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Rochester sees higher rates of Shoplifting (67), while Snodland has more Criminal damage & arson (15). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rochester or Snodland safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Snodland recorded fewer crimes than Rochester — 112 vs 725 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Rochester is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Rochester saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Snodland had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Snodland recorded fewer total crimes (112 vs 725).

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