Is Weald South Safe?
Crime statistics for Weald South. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 725 total crimes recorded in Weald South
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Weald South — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Weald South safe?
Weald South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 66/100, rated Safe. A total of 207 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 16.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Weald South is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Weald South in the last 12 months?
207 crimes were recorded in Weald South in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 16.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (248 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 332 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Weald South?
The most common crime in Weald South is Violent Crime, with 332 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 160.4% 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 Weald South increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Weald South is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 16.5% — from 248 crimes in the previous 12 months to 207 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Weald South?
Weald South has a safety score of 66 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 Weald South compare to the Kent Police average?
Weald South has a safety score of 66/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Weald South 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 Weald South?
49.2% of crimes recorded in Weald South 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 Weald South?
332 violent crimes were recorded in Weald South in the last 12 months — representing 160.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 57 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 Weald South last updated?
The crime data for Weald South was last updated in March 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 Weald South with other areas?
You can compare Weald South 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.