Dartford Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Dartford’s June 2024 crime rate of 8.9 per 1,000 residents places it 8.5% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure, while not alarmingly high, underscores the need for targeted interventions in specific areas of concern. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32% of all reported incidents, followed closely by shoplifting (15.1%) and anti-social behaviour (14.9%). These patterns may be influenced by Dartford’s role as a commuter hub, where high foot traffic in retail and transport zones could contribute to both anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. The seasonal context of June—as the start of summer and longer days—may also play a role, with increased activity in public spaces correlating with higher rates of violence and disorder. However, the sharp rise in shoplifting, which is 110% above the UK average, suggests a more specific issue that could be linked to the town’s retail infrastructure or unseasonal spikes in demand. The relatively low rate of burglary (0.3 per 1,000) aligns with Dartford’s demographic profile, where property crime may be less concentrated than in more densely populated urban areas. These findings highlight the complexity of local crime dynamics, where broader trends intersect with unique regional factors.

June 2024 saw a sharp 37.5% increase in robbery, with incidents rising from 8 to 11. This spike stands out against the backdrop of a 12.9% overall decline in the area’s crime rate compared to May. The rise in robbery, coupled with a 24.1% increase in 'other crime' (from 29 to 36), suggests potential shifts in criminal activity that may warrant closer monitoring. Meanwhile, shoplifting remained a stark outlier, with a rate of 1.3 per 1,000—110% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy could reflect Dartford’s retail density or seasonal foot traffic patterns, though further data would be needed to confirm. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 54.5% (from 11 to 5), and theft from the person dropped by 28.6% (from 7 to 5), indicating the effectiveness of targeted policing or community awareness campaigns in those specific areas.

Dartford's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 8.9 per 1,000 residents, a 12.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 10.3 per 1,000. This decline suggests a possible seasonal shift, with summer activities potentially diverting attention from crime or altering patterns of movement in the area. On a daily basis, the local figure of 37 crimes per day provides a tangible snapshot of the pace of reported incidents, though this metric alone does not indicate whether the area is safer or more vulnerable than other regions. When considering the population of 125,011, the monthly exposure figure of one crime for every 112 residents offers a context for residents to gauge the likelihood of encountering crime. While this rate is 8.5% above the UK average, the drop from May highlights the need for continued analysis of trends that may influence such changes, such as community initiatives or shifts in policing strategies.