Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ME9 · Kent
250
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
ME18 · Kent
12
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
West Farleigh has less crime — 12 vs 250 incidents in February 2026.
Sittingbourne recorded substantially more crime than West Farleigh in February 2026 — 250 incidents compared to 12, a 20.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sittingbourne sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (70) and Shoplifting (25), while West Farleigh has more Drugs (3) and Vehicle crime (3). Sittingbourne sits above the national average for recorded crime while West Farleigh is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, West Farleigh recorded fewer crimes than Sittingbourne — 12 vs 250 incidents. That is 95% fewer crimes. West Farleigh is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Sittingbourne saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while West Farleigh had more Drugs and Vehicle crime. Overall, West Farleigh recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 250).