Dover Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Dover’s crime rate in June 2024 stood at 8.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 8.5% above the UK average of 8.2. This figure underscores a persistent gap between Dover’s criminal activity and the national trend, though the reasons for this discrepancy remain complex. The most significant category of crime was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.8% of all reported incidents—well above the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. This dominance of violent crime may be influenced by Dover’s status as a coastal town, where summer tourism and the associated influx of visitors could contribute to heightened tensions or incidents. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, was 7% below the UK average, a contrast that might be attributed to local policing efforts or community engagement strategies. Seasonal factors also play a role: as June marks the beginning of the summer season, the area may experience shifts in criminal patterns, such as increased theft in tourist areas or a rise in public order offences linked to nightlife activity. However, a direct causal link between these seasonal dynamics and the observed crime rates. The breakdown of other crime types, such as criminal damage and arson (48% above the UK average) and other theft (3% above), further illustrates Dover’s distinct profile, where property-related crimes are more pronounced than in many other parts of the UK. These patterns may be shaped by the town’s infrastructure, economic activities, and demographic makeup, though further analysis would be needed to establish definitive connections. Overall, Dover’s crime picture in June 2024 reflects a combination of localised factors and broader national trends, with the area’s coastal identity and seasonal rhythms likely contributing to the observed statistics.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in specific crime categories. Possession of weapons increased by 33.3%, rising from 9 to 12 incidents, a change that may reflect heightened enforcement or seasonal factors. Bicycle theft also rose by 33.3%, potentially linked to increased tourism and cycling activity as summer began. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 32.8%, due to fewer cars on the road during warmer weather. Theft from the person fell by 50%, suggesting a decrease in opportunistic crimes in public spaces. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast to the UK average: violent crimes in Dover are 41% higher than the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 7% lower. This divergence highlights Dover’s unique challenges, particularly in managing violent incidents, which may be influenced by the area’s coastal dynamics and seasonal population shifts. For residents, the 33% decline in vehicle crime offers a tangible benefit, reducing risks associated with car-related theft.

Dover's crime rate in June 2024 remained stable at 8.9 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency suggests no immediate spikes or dips in overall criminal activity. Locally, 35 crimes were reported daily on average, a figure that contextualises the volume of incidents within the area’s daily rhythm. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 113 residents, a metric that highlights the frequency of incidents relative to the population. When compared to the UK average, Dover’s rate is 8.5% higher, but this is balanced by variations in specific crime types. For instance, vehicle crime saw a 32.8% decrease from May, a shift that may reflect seasonal patterns such as reduced car usage during summer. The population context also matters: with 119,768 residents, the scale of incidents is distributed across a relatively large community, which may influence perceptions of safety differently than in smaller areas. These figures provide a snapshot of Dover’s crime profile, but they do not account for unreported incidents or localised trends that may not align with broader statistics.