Sandwich vs Whitfield — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Sandwich

CT13 · Kent

38

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences15
  • Anti-social behaviour10
  • Shoplifting5

Whitfield

CT15 · Kent

8

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Criminal damage & arson2
  • Other theft1

Whitfield has less crime — 8 vs 38 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Sandwich recorded substantially more crime than Whitfield in February 2026 — 38 incidents compared to 8, a 4.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sandwich sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (10) and Shoplifting (5), while Whitfield has more Criminal damage & arson (2) and Other theft (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 Sandwich or Whitfield safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Whitfield recorded fewer crimes than Sandwich — 8 vs 38 incidents. That is 79% fewer crimes. Whitfield is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Sandwich and Whitfield?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Sandwich saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Whitfield had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Whitfield recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 38).

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