Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ME18 · Kent
8
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
ME19 · Kent
35
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
West Farleigh has less crime — 8 vs 35 incidents in March 2026.
West Malling recorded substantially more crime than West Farleigh in March 2026 — 35 incidents compared to 8, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: West Farleigh sees higher rates of Burglary (1), while West Malling has more Criminal damage & arson (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, West Farleigh recorded fewer crimes than West Malling — 8 vs 35 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. West Farleigh is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, West Farleigh saw higher rates of Burglary while West Malling had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, West Farleigh recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 35).