Stone (Dartford) Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Stone (Dartford) in June 2025, 6.6 crimes were reported—a rate 18.5% below the UK average of 8.1. This translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 152 residents over the course of the month, a figure that, while non-trivial, places the area in a relatively safer position nationally. The crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences (14 cases, 30.4% of total), shoplifting (14 cases, 30.4%), and anti-social behaviour (8 cases, 17.4%). The seasonal context of June—the start of summer and the longest days—likely influenced patterns, with retail activity and tourism potentially contributing to the sharp rise in shoplifting. However, the rate of violent crime remained 30% below the UK average, possibly reflecting the area's character as a built-up residential zone with lower concentrations of nightlife or high-risk venues. Shoplifting's 217% excess over the UK average highlights a localized vulnerability, tied to the area's proximity to commercial hubs or seasonal shopping events. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences fell below national averages, suggesting effective community policing or environmental design mitigating these issues. The combination of these factors illustrates an area where crime risk is generally lower than the UK average but with specific categories—particularly retail-related offences—requiring targeted attention.

June 2025 marked a dramatic 1300% increase in shoplifting, rising from 1 to 14 incidents—a spike that far outpaces the UK average for this category (217% above). This surge may reflect summer retail activity or events drawing transient populations to the area. Concurrently, violence and sexual offences jumped 133.3%, from 6 to 14 cases, though this remains 30% below the UK average for the same category. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 33.3%, from 12 to 8, potentially linked to increased community engagement or seasonal shifts in public activity. Possession of weapons—though only 3 incidents—was 400% above the UK average, suggesting a localized concern warranting further attention. These shifts underscore the combination of seasonal trends and local dynamics in shaping crime patterns.

June 2025 saw a 76.9% increase in Stone (Dartford)'s crime rate compared to May, rising from 3.7 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a notable shift, the area remains 18.5% below the UK average. Locally, this translates to approximately 2 crimes reported per day in June—a figure that, while concerning, is significantly lower than the national context. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 152 residents experienced a reported crime, a monthly aggregate that contextualises risk for residents. The population-scaled perspective reveals that despite the month-on-month rise, the area's crime rate still falls well below the UK average, suggesting structural factors—such as local policing strategies or community engagement—may be contributing to sustained lower rates compared to national trends. However, the sharp increase in specific categories like shoplifting raises questions about transient factors influencing this month's data.