Crime in Boxley Downs: statistics, rates and trends
460 crimes were recorded in Boxley Downs in the 12 months to July 2026, 62.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 11% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Boxley Downs at a glance
- Crime trends in Boxley Downs
- Types of crime in Boxley Downs
- Boxley Downs compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Boxley Downs
- What happened after crimes were reported in Boxley Downs
- Population and deprivation in Boxley Downs
- Questions about crime in Boxley Downs
- About this data
460 crimes were recorded in Boxley Downs in the 12 months to July 2026, 62.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 11% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 134 reports (29% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Boxley Downs has the 2,511th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Boxley Downs | Maidstone | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 460 | 16,230 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 62.2 | 86.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -11% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 7,391 | 187,767 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Boxley Downs was highest in the year to July 2020 (689 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (460). Over the whole period it fell 29%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 460 | 62.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 519 | 70.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 545 | 73.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 527 | 71.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 515 | 69.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 597 | 80.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 689 | 93.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 603 | 81.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 652 | 88.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 60 |
| June 2026 | 31 |
| May 2026 | 34 |
| April 2026 | 52 |
| March 2026 | 32 |
| February 2026 | 19 |
| January 2026 | 39 |
| December 2025 | 53 |
| November 2025 | 29 |
| October 2025 | 37 |
| September 2025 | 28 |
| August 2025 | 46 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Boxley Downs over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in anti-social behaviour (+17%). The largest falls were in other crime (-36%) and other theft (-34%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 134 | 18.1 | 0.53 | -9% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 101 | 13.7 | 0.89 | +17% |
| Vehicle crime | 54 | 7.3 | 1.48 | -11% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 50 | 6.8 | 1.00 | -2% |
| Other theft | 50 | 6.8 | 1.06 | -34% |
| Burglary | 21 | 2.8 | 0.80 | +17% |
| Other crime | 18 | 2.4 | 1.15 | -36% |
| Public order | 14 | 1.9 | 0.29 | -30% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.9 | 0.98 | -22% |
| Drugs | 5 | 0.7 | 0.21 | -62% |
| Shoplifting | 3 | 0.4 | 0.05 | +0% |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.3 | 0.16 | +0% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.16 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Boxley Downs
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Boxley Downs recorded 134 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 29.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Boxley Downs
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Boxley Downs recorded 101 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 22.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Boxley Downs
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Boxley Downs recorded 54 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 11.7% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Boxley Downs
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Boxley Downs recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 10.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Boxley Downs
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Boxley Downs recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 34% on the year before. It made up 10.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Boxley Downs
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Boxley Downs recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Boxley Downs
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Boxley Downs recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Boxley Downs
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Boxley Downs recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Boxley Downs
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Boxley Downs recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Boxley Downs
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Boxley Downs recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 62% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Boxley Downs
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Boxley Downs recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Boxley Downs
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Boxley Downs recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Boxley Downs
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Boxley Downs recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Boxley Downs, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Boxley Downs.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Boxley Downs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penenden Heath | 1,214 | 78.7 | +26% |
| Grove Green & Vinters Park | 402 | 49.8 | -20% |
| Allington & Bridge | 724 | 86.1 | +38% |
| Palace Wood | 236 | 32.2 | -48% |
| High Street | 3,264 | 282.2 | +353% |
| Bearsted & Downswood | 353 | 36.3 | -42% |
| Fant & Oakwood | 1,276 | 101.3 | +63% |
| Tovil | 457 | 69.7 | +12% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Boxley Downs over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Park/Open Space | 31 |
| On or near Conference/Exhibition Centre | 25 |
| On or near Forstal Road | 20 |
| On or near Tyland Mews | 20 |
| On or near Yew Tree Close | 20 |
| On or near Grange Lane | 19 |
| On or near Lidsing Road | 19 |
| On or near Lock Lane | 16 |
| On or near Parking Area | 15 |
| On or near Autumn Glade | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Boxley Downs over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 167 | 36.3% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 122 | 26.5% |
| Not recorded | 101 | 22.0% |
| Under investigation | 31 | 6.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 18 | 3.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 7 | 1.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 1.3% |
| Local resolution | 5 | 1.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 1 | 0.2% |
Boxley Downs has an estimated population of 7,391. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Boxley Downs sits in decile 7.7, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Boxley Downs |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 84.7% |
| Social rented homes | 2.5% |
| Private rented homes | 12.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.7 |
Is Boxley Downs a safe place to live?
Boxley Downs recorded 62.2 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Boxley Downs?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 134 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (101).
Is crime in Boxley Downs going up or down?
Recorded crime in Boxley Downs was down 11% on the year before: 460 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 519 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Boxley Downs?
Boxley Downs is policed by Kent. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Boxley Downs. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.