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Burglary Rates in New Romney

Folkestone and Hythe, South East, England

Data: 2025-05 to 2026-04 · Source: data.police.uk

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New Romney recorded 7 burglaries in the last 12 months. Burglary here is 71% below the UK average. A good alarm system helps keep it that way.

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Burglaries (12 months)

7

0.97 per 1,000 residents

UK average (per 1,000)

3.4

England & Wales

Total crimes (12 months)

475

65.5 per 1,000 residents

71% below the UK average61% below the South East regional average

How does New Romney rank?

Within Folkestone and Hythe

11 of 13 neighbourhoods

UK-wide safety percentile

10th percentile

Higher crime than most UK neighbourhoods

Monthly burglary trend

2025-05 to 2026-04

3
1
1
1
1
May 25
Jun 25
Jul 25
Aug 25
Sept 25
Oct 25
Nov 25
Dec 25
Jan 26
Feb 26
Mar 26
Apr 26

Crime breakdown

2025-05 to 2026-04

Violence & Sexual
212
45%
Other Crime
133
28%
Anti-social Behaviour
76
16%
Shoplifting
15
3%
Drug Offences
15
3%
Vehicle Crime
12
3%
Burglary
7
1%
Robbery
4
1%
Theft from Person
1
0%

Property mix in New Romney

Source: Census 2021 · 3,177 households

Detached 52%Semi-detached 21%Terraced 15%Flats 12%

The most common property type in New Romney is Detached. Property type is one of the key factors that influences burglary risk.

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What this means for New Romney homeowners

Most homes in New Romney are detached, which influences where a burglar is most likely to try. Based on the local burglary rate and property mix, homeowners here may want to prioritise:

  • A visible external bell box to deter opportunists
  • Door contacts on all main entry doors
  • Window sensors on accessible ground-floor and rear windows
  • Smart motion detection for hallways and main living areas
  • A video doorbell or CCTV on entry points
  • App alerts so you know the moment a sensor is triggered
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Crime data from data.police.uk. Population and household data from Census 2021. Mid-2024 ONS population estimates used where applicable. Data covers 2025-05 to 2026-04.

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