Rochester vs Snodland — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Rochester

ME5 · Medway

148

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences66
  • Anti-social behaviour28
  • Other crime11

Snodland

ME6 · Kent

142

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour45
  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Shoplifting19

Snodland has less crime — 142 vs 148 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Rochester and Snodland recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 148 and 142 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Rochester sees higher rates of Other crime (11), while Snodland has more Shoplifting (19). 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 April 2026 Police data, Snodland recorded fewer crimes than Rochester — 142 vs 148 incidents. That is 4% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Rochester saw higher rates of Other crime while Snodland had more Shoplifting. Overall, Snodland recorded fewer total crimes (142 vs 148).

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