Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CT12 · Kent
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CT9 · Kent
384
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Manston has less crime — 38 vs 384 incidents in February 2026.
Margate recorded substantially more crime than Manston in February 2026 — 384 incidents compared to 38, a 10.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Manston sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (4) and Drugs (3), while Margate has more Anti-social behaviour (70) and Shoplifting (36). Manston is below the national average while Margate is above, making Manston the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Manston recorded fewer crimes than Margate — 38 vs 384 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Manston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Manston saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Drugs while Margate had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Manston recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 384).