Dover vs Whitfield — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Dover

CT14 · Kent

113

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Anti-social behaviour21
  • Other theft8

Whitfield

CT15 · Kent

8

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Criminal damage & arson2
  • Other theft1

Whitfield has less crime — 8 vs 113 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Dover recorded substantially more crime than Whitfield in February 2026 — 113 incidents compared to 8, a 14.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dover sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (21), while Whitfield has more Criminal damage & arson (2). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dover or Whitfield safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Whitfield recorded fewer crimes than Dover — 8 vs 113 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Whitfield is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Dover and Whitfield?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dover saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Whitfield had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Whitfield recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 113).

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