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Is Marden & Yalding Safe?

Crime statistics for Marden & Yalding. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 31 crimes
84 / 100 Safe

Safety Score !

31 Crimes (last 12 months)
0% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓8.8% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 31 total crimes recorded in Marden & Yalding

Violent Crime
11 35.5%
Anti-Social Behaviour
10 32.3%
Other Crime
3 9.7%
Criminal Damage & Arson
3 9.7%
Public Order
2 6.5%
Burglary
2 6.5%
Other Theft
0 0%
Vehicle Crime
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Marden & Yalding — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marden & Yalding safe?

Marden & Yalding has a CrimeRadar safety score of 84/100, rated Safe. 31 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Marden & Yalding is considered a relatively safe area based on official UK Police data.

How many crimes were recorded in Marden & Yalding in the last 12 months?

31 crimes were recorded in Marden & Yalding in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 8.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (34 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Marden & Yalding?

The most common crime in Marden & Yalding is Violent Crime, with 11 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 35.5% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Marden & Yalding increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Marden & Yalding is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 8.8% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Marden & Yalding?

Marden & Yalding has a safety score of 84 out of 100 (Safe). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Marden & Yalding compare to the Kent Police average?

Marden & Yalding has a safety score of 84/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 45/100. Marden & Yalding is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Marden & Yalding?

0% of crimes in Marden & Yalding resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Marden & Yalding?

11 violent crimes were recorded in Marden & Yalding in the last 12 months, representing 35.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 10 incidents.

When was the crime data for Marden & Yalding last updated?

The crime data for Marden & Yalding was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Marden & Yalding with other areas?

You can compare Marden & Yalding with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.