Rowlands Gill Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of just over 5,500 residents, Rowlands Gill recorded 39 crimes in May 2025, equating to one crime for every 141 residents over the course of the month. This total, while modest, translates to a crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000, placing the area 12.3% below the UK average of 8.1. The most common crimes were anti-social behaviour (33.3% of total), followed by violence and sexual offences (30.8%) and shoplifting (7.7%). These figures align with the seasonal context of May, which typically sees increased socialising due to longer evenings and bank holidays. Anti-social behaviour, in particular, may be influenced by the area’s compact built-up environment, where concentrated populations and limited public space could exacerbate tensions. Violence and sexual offences, though lower than the UK average, remain a significant concern, linked to the presence of younger demographics or transient populations. The relatively low rates of property crime—such as burglary (5.1%) and vehicle crime (5.1%)—suggest that the area’s small size and lower density may act as a deterrent to certain types of crime. However, the sharp increase in burglary (100% month-on-month) highlights the need for continued monitoring of specific locations, such as residential areas or businesses with vulnerable premises. Overall, the crime profile of Rowlands Gill reflects a balance between localised challenges and broader demographic factors, with the summer months likely to see further shifts as outdoor activity intensifies.

May 2025 saw a sharp increase in burglary, other theft, and drugs-related crimes, each doubling from the previous month. This surge, while concerning, contrasts with a 50% decrease in 'other crime' incidents, which may reflect shifting patterns in reported activity. Anti-social behaviour, the most common offence (33.3% of total crimes), is 69% above the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000, a disparity that could be linked to the area’s small, densely populated nature and the impact of bank holidays and longer evenings. Violence and sexual offences, though remaining 22% below the UK average, were the second most prevalent category, highlighting the need for targeted policing in high-risk areas. The absence of significant changes in shoplifting or vehicle crime suggests that these categories remain stable, due to consistent retail activity and vehicle density in the built-up area.

Rowlands Gill’s crime rate in May 2025 rose by 21.8% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.8 to 7.1 crimes per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, remains 12.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day in May, a figure that, while low, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents in a small built-up area. Monthly exposure calculations show that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 141 residents—a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population. This ratio is particularly meaningful for local residents, as it illustrates the frequency of crime in a community of just over 5,500 people. The relatively low daily rate suggests that while crime is present, it is not pervasive across the area, and the population-scaled perspective highlights the importance of targeted interventions in specific locations or demographics.