Aylesham Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Aylesham’s crime rate in April 2025 remained significantly below the UK average, recording 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents—55.8% lower than the national figure of 7.7 per 1,000. This sustained safety profile is reflected in the breakdown of reported incidents, with violence and sexual offences (10 cases) and criminal damage and arson (5 cases) comprising the largest shares of total crimes. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and the onset of spring—may have influenced these patterns, as increased outdoor activity and holiday-related traffic could have impacted both crime types and community behaviour. While property crimes (13 cases) slightly outnumbered violent crimes (10 cases), the overall balance suggests a mixed profile typical of a built-up area within a larger coastal town. The lower-than-average rates for most categories, including a 77% reduction in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average, indicate that Aylesham’s environment may foster stronger community cohesion or more effective local policing. However, the sharp rise in shoplifting—linked to Easter shopping—highlights the need for vigilance in retail hubs. These trends, when contextualised with the area’s character as a smaller, more suburban or rural extension of Dover, suggest that while systemic safety measures are effective, specific seasonal pressures can still drive temporary spikes in certain crime types.

April 2025 saw notable decreases in violence and sexual offences, which fell by 23.1% from 13 to 10 incidents. This reduction aligns with the Easter period, when community activity and holiday-related events may have shifted patterns of public behaviour. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by 33.3%, from three to two reports, a change that could reflect seasonal transitions or localised initiatives. However, other categories rose sharply: shoplifting surged by 200% (from one to three incidents), likely tied to Easter shopping activity. Criminal damage and arson increased by 150%, and burglary doubled from zero to two cases, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in property security. Violence and sexual offences in Aylesham remain 50% below the UK average, a consistent trend that highlights the area’s comparative safety despite these fluctuations. For residents, the 200% jump in shoplifting serves as a concrete reminder to remain vigilant in retail areas during peak shopping periods.

Aylesham's crime rate in April 2025 rose 12.9% from the previous month, increasing to 3.4 per 1,000 residents from 3.0 per 1,000. This shift, though modest, reflects a localised fluctuation in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that aligns with the area’s low overall crime profile. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 293 residents—a statistic that underscores the relatively safe environment compared to the UK average. This context is critical for residents assessing their personal risk: over the course of the month, the likelihood of encountering a crime was minimal, even as specific categories like shoplifting saw sharp increases. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the area’s unique characteristics, where a small number of incidents can influence statistical trends due to Aylesham’s modest population size.