Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ME9 · Kent
245
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
ME2 · Medway
255
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Sittingbourne has less crime — 245 vs 255 incidents in February 2026.
Sittingbourne and Strood recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 245 and 255 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sittingbourne sees higher rates of Shoplifting (25), while Strood has more Criminal damage & arson (21). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Sittingbourne recorded fewer crimes than Strood — 245 vs 255 incidents. That is 4% fewer crimes. Strood is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Sittingbourne saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Strood had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Sittingbourne recorded fewer total crimes (245 vs 255).