Deal Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 30,203, 142 crimes were reported in Deal during September 2025, translating to a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This rate is 36.5% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, marking a significant divergence from national trends. The breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 44.4% of all crimes (63 incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (15.5%) and criminal damage and arson (11.3%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of September, as the area transitions from summer leisure to back-to-school routines and university freshers’ week. The high proportion of violent crimes may be influenced by increased social interactions in public spaces, such as the town centre and local amenities, which are commonly used during this time. However, the low rates of property crimes—such as burglary (0.7%) and vehicle crime (0.7%)—suggest that local security measures or the nature of the built-up area may contribute to this trend. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, both significantly below UK averages, could reflect effective community policing or the area’s compact, closely monitored environment. The data also shows that shoplifting and other thefts remain low, which might be attributed to the area’s retail profile or the presence of local businesses that prioritise security. While the overall crime rate remains well below the national average, the persistent focus on violent offences highlights the need for targeted interventions in social spaces and community engagement during transitional periods like September.

September 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with some categories experiencing marked changes compared to August. Possession of weapons increased by 200%, rising from 1 to 3 incidents—a sharp rise that could indicate heightened tensions or the presence of new groups in the area. Public order offences also surged by 66.7%, from 6 to 10, potentially linked to the influx of students and the start of the academic term. Conversely, burglary and vehicle crime both fell by 80%, with incidents dropping from 5 to 1 each. This decline may reflect improved security measures in residential and commercial areas or a reduction in opportunities for such crimes during the month. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern, decreased by 46.3% (from 41 to 22), due to increased community oversight or the timing of local events. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, but their rate (2.1 per 1,000) was 19% below the UK average, suggesting that local efforts to address violent crime have had some impact. Other theft and shoplifting also remained well below UK averages, with shoplifting at 67% below the national rate. However, one category—other crime—rose by 25%, indicating a small but notable increase in unspecified incidents that may require further investigation. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of local crime and the importance of monitoring trends to inform policing and community strategies.

In September 2025, Deal’s crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents represented a 31.1% decrease from August’s rate of 6.8 per 1,000, reflecting a clear downward trend over the past month. This reduction is particularly evident in property-related crimes, such as burglary and vehicle crime, which fell sharply by 80% each. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 5 crimes per day, a figure that may seem high but is contextualised by the relatively small population of 30,203. Over the course of September, one reported crime occurred for every 213 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than many comparable urban areas. This statistic provides a tangible measure of the likelihood of encountering crime for local residents, though it does not account for the distribution of incidents across different parts of Deal. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the area’s overall safety, as the crime rate remains 36.5% below the UK average. While violent crimes dominate the local crime profile, the absence of major spikes in property crimes suggests that the built-up nature of Deal—characterised by compact housing and mixed-use spaces—may contribute to a lower incidence of such offences. These figures, when viewed alongside the month-on-month decline, indicate a period of relative stability in the area’s crime profile, though the persistent focus on violent and public order offences warrants continued attention from local authorities and community groups.