Dover Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

April 2024 in Dover saw a dramatic 150% surge in robbery cases, the most unexpected shift in the month's crime profile. This spike in violent crime—accounting for 42.2% of all incidents—placed Dover's overall rate at 8.8 per 1,000 residents, 14.3% above the UK average. Violence and sexual offences dominated with 443 cases (3.7 per 1,000), 45% above the UK rate, likely tied to Easter-related gatherings and springtime social activity. Anti-social behaviour (153 cases) and criminal damage (109 cases) also remained elevated, though public order offences fell slightly below the UK average. The seasonal context of Easter and warmer weather may have influenced patterns, with increased foot traffic in retail and hospitality areas potentially contributing to both property and violent crime. Shoplifting (55 cases) was 25% below the UK average, reflecting better retail security measures in a coastal town with tourism infrastructure. The data illustrates a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and policing efficacy, with no single factor explaining all trends.

Robbery incidents in Dover saw a dramatic 150% increase in April 2024, rising from 2 to 5 cases. This sharp jump contrasts with a 39% rise in vehicle crime (41 to 57) and a 37% increase in 'other crime' (27 to 37). These spikes suggest emerging patterns. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 33.3% (18 to 12), and drugs-related offences dropped by 30.3% (33 to 23). The breakdown shows violent crime at 42.2% of all incidents, significantly above the UK average of 45% (3.7 vs 2.6 per 1,000). Public order offences, however, were 6% below the UK average. Residents might note the 150% robbery increase as a specific area of concern.

Dover's crime rate in April 2024 rose 4.0% compared to March, reaching 8.8 per 1,000 residents from 8.4. This places the area 14.3% above the UK average, a gap that has widened slightly from previous months. On a daily basis, 35 crimes were recorded in April, reflecting the local rhythm of activity without UK-wide benchmarking. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 114 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to Dover's population of 119,768. This monthly exposure rate is a useful benchmark for residents assessing risk, though it does not account for variations in reporting or policing intensity. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while Dover's rate is higher than the UK average, the absolute number of crimes remains manageable within the local context.