Kent Police

Is Wayfield and Weeds Wood Safe?

Crime statistics for Wayfield and Weeds Wood. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 3,325 crimes
4 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

3,325 Crimes (last 36 months)
33.3% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↑12.6% 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 36 months — 3,325 total crimes recorded in Wayfield and Weeds Wood

Violent Crime
1,337 40.2%
Anti-Social Behaviour
939 28.2%
Criminal Damage & Arson
307 9.2%
Other Theft
138 4.2%
Vehicle Crime
127 3.8%
Public Order
118 3.5%
Other Crime
111 3.3%
Burglary
73 2.2%
Drugs
63 1.9%
Possession of Weapons
47 1.4%
Shoplifting
39 1.2%
Robbery
14 0.4%
Theft from Person
9 0.3%
Bicycle Theft
3 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Wayfield and Weeds Wood — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wayfield and Weeds Wood safe?

Wayfield and Weeds Wood has a CrimeRadar safety score of 4/100, rated High Crime. 1,141 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Wayfield and Weeds Wood has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Wayfield and Weeds Wood in the last 12 months?

1,141 crimes were recorded in Wayfield and Weeds Wood in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 12.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,013 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Wayfield and Weeds Wood?

The most common crime in Wayfield and Weeds Wood is Violent Crime, with 1,337 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 117.2% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Wayfield and Weeds Wood increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Wayfield and Weeds Wood is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 12.6% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.

What is the safety score for Wayfield and Weeds Wood?

Wayfield and Weeds Wood has a safety score of 4 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Wayfield and Weeds Wood compare to the Kent Police average?

Wayfield and Weeds Wood has a safety score of 4/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 45/100. Wayfield and Weeds Wood 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 Wayfield and Weeds Wood?

33.3% of crimes in Wayfield and Weeds Wood 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 Wayfield and Weeds Wood?

1,337 violent crimes were recorded in Wayfield and Weeds Wood in the last 12 months, representing 117.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 939 incidents.

When was the crime data for Wayfield and Weeds Wood last updated?

The crime data for Wayfield and Weeds Wood 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 Wayfield and Weeds Wood with other areas?

You can compare Wayfield and Weeds Wood 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.