Swanscombe Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Swanscombe's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.7% below the UK average of 8.1. This performance reflects a mix of crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 37.7% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.9%) and vehicle crime (9.7%). The overall rate, while lower than the national average, masks significant variations in specific categories. For instance, the area's violent crime rate (2.3 per 1,000) is 20% below the UK average, a trend that may be linked to the area's built-up character within Dartford, where community-focused policing and local initiatives likely contribute to reduced violence. Conversely, vehicle crime (0.6 per 1,000) is 62% above the UK average, a figure that could be explained by the presence of commuter routes or industrial zones that attract vehicle-related offences. The seasonal context of June, with its extended daylight hours and the beginning of summer, may also influence crime patterns. For example, anti-social behaviour and public order offences often peak during warmer months, though the 8% decrease in anti-social behaviour from the previous month suggests some local mitigation efforts may be effective. The breakdown of crime types underscores the importance of understanding Swanscombe's unique dynamics, where certain categories—like shoplifting (84% below the UK average)—show marked differences from national trends. These variations highlight the need for tailored approaches to crime prevention that consider both local conditions and broader seasonal influences.

June 2025 saw a dramatic 100% increase in robbery cases, rising from zero to two incidents. This sharp rise is the most significant month-on-month swing recorded. Vehicle crime also surged by 57.1%, climbing from seven to 11 incidents, a jump that may reflect increased summer activity or changes in local traffic patterns. In contrast, theft from the person plummeted by 80%, falling from five to one incident—a decrease that could be attributed to seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during early summer. The breakdown of crime types reveals that Swanscombe's violent crime rate (2.3 per 1,000) is 20% below the UK average, while vehicle crime (0.6 per 1,000) is 62% above the UK average. These disparities highlight the area's unique profile, where certain categories deviate sharply from national trends. For residents, the 80% drop in theft from the person offers a tangible indicator of improved safety in this specific category.

Swanscombe's crime rate in June 2025 fell to 6.1 per 1,000 residents, an 11.7% decrease from the previous month's 6.9. This marks a continued downward trend, though the pace of decline has slowed compared to earlier in the year. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of four crimes reported each day, a figure that remains consistent with recent months but reflects the local context of a built-up area within Dartford. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 164 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. This figure contextualises the safety profile of the area, where the population of 18,650 experiences a relatively low frequency of reported crime. The shift from May to June also aligns with seasonal patterns, as the start of summer typically sees changes in activity levels and visitor numbers, which may influence crime dynamics. However, the data does not provide a direct link to these factors, and other local conditions may also play a role.