Crime in Tovil: statistics, rates and trends
457 crimes were recorded in Tovil in the 12 months to July 2026, 69.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before.
457 crimes were recorded in Tovil in the 12 months to July 2026, 69.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 171 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Tovil has the 2,230th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Tovil | Maidstone | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 457 | 16,230 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 69.7 | 86.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -5% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 6,554 | 187,767 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Tovil was highest in the year to July 2020 (654 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (457). Over the whole period it fell 18%, 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 | 457 | 69.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 479 | 73.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 475 | 72.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 492 | 75.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 499 | 76.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 653 | 99.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 654 | 99.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 620 | 94.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 557 | 85.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 50 |
| June 2026 | 44 |
| May 2026 | 42 |
| April 2026 | 27 |
| March 2026 | 31 |
| February 2026 | 30 |
| January 2026 | 41 |
| December 2025 | 36 |
| November 2025 | 34 |
| October 2025 | 45 |
| September 2025 | 38 |
| August 2025 | 39 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Tovil 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 other crime.
The largest increases were in other theft (+77%) and criminal damage and arson (+23%). The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-54%) and public order (-40%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 171 | 26.1 | 0.76 | -13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 87 | 13.3 | 0.87 | +10% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 54 | 8.2 | 1.21 | +23% |
| Other theft | 39 | 6.0 | 0.93 | +77% |
| Shoplifting | 22 | 3.4 | 0.41 | -15% |
| Other crime | 20 | 3.1 | 1.45 | +67% |
| Vehicle crime | 17 | 2.6 | 0.53 | -54% |
| Drugs | 15 | 2.3 | 0.70 | -32% |
| Public order | 12 | 1.8 | 0.28 | -40% |
| Burglary | 10 | 1.5 | 0.43 | +25% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.6 | 0.63 | -43% |
| Theft from the person | 3 | 0.5 | 0.27 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.3 | 0.37 | -33% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.2 | 0.11 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Tovil
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Tovil recorded 171 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (26.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 37.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Tovil
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Tovil recorded 87 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 19.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Tovil
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Tovil recorded 54 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 11.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Tovil
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Tovil recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 77% on the year before. It made up 8.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Tovil
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Tovil recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Tovil
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Tovil recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Tovil
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Tovil recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 54% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Tovil
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Tovil recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Tovil
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Tovil recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Tovil
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Tovil recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Tovil
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Tovil recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 43% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Tovil
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Tovil recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Tovil
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Tovil recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Tovil
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Tovil recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, 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 Tovil, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Tovil.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Tovil |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Street | 3,264 | 282.2 | +305% |
| Fant & Oakwood | 1,276 | 101.3 | +45% |
| Loose & Linton | 645 | 61.7 | -11% |
| Allington & Bridge | 724 | 86.1 | +24% |
| Shepway | 1,285 | 102.0 | +46% |
| Palace Wood | 236 | 32.2 | -54% |
| Penenden Heath | 1,214 | 78.7 | +13% |
| Barming Heath & Teston | 948 | 110.8 | +59% |
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 Tovil over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Langton Way | 28 |
| On or near Forest Hill | 25 |
| On or near Supermarket | 24 |
| On or near Ramsey Close | 21 |
| On or near Courtenay Road | 20 |
| On or near Parking Area | 20 |
| On or near Quarry Road | 17 |
| On or near Tilling Close | 17 |
| On or near Hughenden Reach | 16 |
| On or near Wharf Road | 15 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Tovil 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 156 | 34.1% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 131 | 28.7% |
| Not recorded | 87 | 19.0% |
| Under investigation | 31 | 6.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 16 | 3.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 12 | 2.6% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 9 | 2.0% |
| Local resolution | 6 | 1.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 1.1% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.4% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% |
Tovil has an estimated population of 6,554. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Tovil sits in decile 4.5, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Tovil |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 23.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 64.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 57.7% |
| Social rented homes | 23.5% |
| Private rented homes | 18.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.5 |
Is Tovil a safe place to live?
Tovil recorded 69.7 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 Tovil?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 171 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (87).
Is crime in Tovil going up or down?
Recorded crime in Tovil was down 5% on the year before: 457 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 479 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Tovil?
Tovil 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 Tovil. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.