Aylesham Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Aylesham, the crime rate in June 2023—3.3 per 1,000 residents—translates to a daily risk of encountering crime at a rate of approximately one in 305 residents over the course of the month. This figure, while modest, is 61.2% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, a disparity that highlights the area’s relative safety. The breakdown of crimes reveals a distinct pattern, with violent crimes (15 incidents, 60% of total) dominating the profile, followed by property crimes (9 incidents, 36%). This contrast with the UK average, where property crimes typically make up a larger share, may be influenced by Aylesham’s status as a built-up area within Dover, where the presence of commercial and residential zones could drive different crime dynamics. Seasonal context also plays a role: as June marks the start of summer, the longest days and the onset of tourism in coastal areas may have contributed to a focus on violent offences, particularly in public spaces. However, the overall low rate suggests that local factors—such as community cohesion or policing strategies—may be effectively mitigating broader national trends. The dominance of violent crimes, though, raises questions about the specific environments where these incidents occur, such as nightlife areas or high-traffic zones, and underscores the need for targeted awareness. While the rate remains well below national levels, the data illustrates the importance of understanding local patterns to contextualize risk in a way that aligns with the area’s unique character.

June 2023 marked a notable shift in Aylesham’s crime profile, with anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson both surging by 100% compared to May. This increase, while modest in absolute terms (one incident of each), reflects a change in the crime mix, with property crimes (9) now accounting for 36% of total incidents, compared to 60% for violent crimes. The violent crime category, at 15 incidents, remains 32% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.9 per 1,000), a disparity that may be influenced by Aylesham’s proximity to Dover’s coastal economy, where tourism and seasonal activity could reduce opportunities for violent crime. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell 66.7% (from 3 to 1), a decline that aligns with the start of summer, when reduced foot traffic in residential areas may limit vehicle-related theft. Residents should note that while the overall rate remains low, the rise in criminal damage and arson—now 0.8 per 1,000, 25% above the UK average—suggests a need for vigilance in community spaces.

June 2023 saw Aylesham’s crime rate rise 47.1% from the previous month’s 2.2 per 1,000 to 3.3 per 1,000.2% below the UK average. This translates to roughly one reported crime per day in the area, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 7,622 residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 305 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. The population-scaled perspective reveals that even with the month-on-month increase, the likelihood of encountering crime remains exceptionally low compared to national benchmarks. This contrast is amplified by the fact that Aylesham’s violent crime rate (2.0 per 1,000) is 32% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, suggesting that local factors—such as the area’s proximity to Dover’s coastal tourism infrastructure—may temper broader national trends. While the rise in certain categories like criminal damage and arson warrants attention, the overall context remains one of relative safety, particularly when compared to the UK’s higher average.