Is Rural Tunbridge Wells Safe?
Crime statistics for Rural Tunbridge Wells. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 809 total crimes recorded in Rural Tunbridge Wells
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Rural Tunbridge Wells — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rural Tunbridge Wells safe?
Rural Tunbridge Wells has a CrimeRadar safety score of 54/100, rated Average. 389 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Rural Tunbridge Wells has an average crime level for the UK.
How many crimes were recorded in Rural Tunbridge Wells in the last 12 months?
389 crimes were recorded in Rural Tunbridge Wells in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 7.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (420 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Rural Tunbridge Wells?
The most common crime in Rural Tunbridge Wells is Violent Crime, with 265 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 68.1% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Rural Tunbridge Wells increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Rural Tunbridge Wells is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 7.4% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Rural Tunbridge Wells?
Rural Tunbridge Wells has a safety score of 54 out of 100 (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 Rural Tunbridge Wells compare to the Kent Police average?
Rural Tunbridge Wells has a safety score of 54/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 45/100. Rural Tunbridge Wells 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 Rural Tunbridge Wells?
50.3% of crimes in Rural Tunbridge Wells 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 Rural Tunbridge Wells?
265 violent crimes were recorded in Rural Tunbridge Wells in the last 12 months, representing 68.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 118 incidents.
When was the crime data for Rural Tunbridge Wells last updated?
The crime data for Rural Tunbridge Wells 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 Rural Tunbridge Wells with other areas?
You can compare Rural Tunbridge Wells 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.