Is Minster Cliffs Safe?
Crime statistics for Minster Cliffs. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 1,358 total crimes recorded in Minster Cliffs
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Minster Cliffs — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Minster Cliffs safe?
Minster Cliffs has a CrimeRadar safety score of 39/100, rated Below Average. A total of 506 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 13.5% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Minster Cliffs are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Minster Cliffs in the last 12 months?
506 crimes were recorded in Minster Cliffs in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 13.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (446 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 569 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Minster Cliffs?
The most common crime in Minster Cliffs is Violent Crime, with 569 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 112.5% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Minster Cliffs increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Minster Cliffs is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 13.5% — from 446 crimes in the previous 12 months to 506 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Minster Cliffs?
Minster Cliffs has a safety score of 39 out of 100 (Below Average). 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 Minster Cliffs compare to the Kent Police average?
Minster Cliffs has a safety score of 39/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 45/100. Minster Cliffs is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Minster Cliffs?
35.3% of crimes recorded in Minster Cliffs resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Kent Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Minster Cliffs?
569 violent crimes were recorded in Minster Cliffs in the last 12 months — representing 112.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 265 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Minster Cliffs last updated?
The crime data for Minster Cliffs was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Minster Cliffs with other areas?
You can compare Minster Cliffs with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.