Safest Places to Live in Maidstone 2026

Based on April 2026 Police data, Maidstone (ME15) recorded the lowest crime rate in Maidstone, with 207 incidents. At the other end of the scale, Maidstone (ME14) recorded 302 crimes in the same period. All 3 areas analysed in Maidstone exceeded 150 crimes per month, suggesting a higher-than-average crime environment overall. Even in the safest area, violence & sexual offences is the most commonly recorded crime type.

Top 20 Safest Areas

1
Violence & sexual offences
207
crimes
2
Violence & sexual offences
255
crimes
3
Violence & sexual offences
302
crimes

20 Areas with Highest Crime

1
Violence & sexual offences
302
crimes
2
Violence & sexual offences
255
crimes
3
Violence & sexual offences
207
crimes

Frequently asked questions

What is the safest area in Maidstone?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Maidstone (ME15) is the safest area in Maidstone, recording 207 crimes — 19% fewer than the average across the 3 areas analysed. Violence & sexual offences was the most common crime type even in this safest area.

What is the most dangerous area in Maidstone?

Maidstone (ME14) recorded the most crime in Maidstone in April 2026, with 302 incidents. Violence & sexual offences was the dominant crime type. Full 24-month trend reports for this area are available from £4.99.

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