Gravesend Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Gravesend's crime rate in January 2025 was 9.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 39.4% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure reflects a persistent challenge for local authorities, though the area's crime profile is shaped by its unique characteristics. As a built-up area within Gravesham, Gravesend's proximity to the Thames and its mix of residential and commercial zones likely contribute to the patterns observed. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 3.7 per 1,000—47% above the UK average. This may be influenced by factors such as the area's nightlife and social dynamics, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this. Drugs-related offences, at 1.0 per 1,000, were 285% above the UK average, a figure that underscores the need for targeted interventions in this area. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday, with reduced retail footfall and shorter days—may also play a role in shaping crime trends. While outdoor crimes typically decline during this time, the data shows no significant reduction in violent offences, suggesting that factors beyond seasonality are at play. The overall picture illustrates a combination of local demographics, geography, and enforcement strategies, requiring a nuanced approach to address the challenges identified in the data.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in January 2025 was a 200% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This sharp spike contrasts with a 66.7% decrease in possession of weapons, which fell from 12 to 4. The surge in bicycle theft may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased cycling during the post-holiday period or changes in local enforcement priorities. Meanwhile, burglary saw a 109.1% increase, jumping from 11 to 23 cases, a figure that places it 33% above the UK average. This category's rise is particularly striking given that vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) remained only 2% below the UK average. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.7 per 1,000, were 47% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in this category. Shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000) was 35% below the UK average, suggesting that retail areas may be experiencing lower levels of theft compared to national trends.

Gravesend's crime rate in January 2025 stood at 9.9 per 1,000 residents, a 5.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 10.5 per 1,000. This marks a slight downward trend in overall criminal activity. above the UK average. On a daily basis, 19 crimes were reported each day in January, reflecting a consistent pace of activity despite the seasonal dip in outdoor crimes typically associated with shorter daylight hours. When scaled to the population of 58,464, this translates to one reported crime for every 101 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is notable, it is important to contextualise it as an aggregate measure rather than a daily frequency. The reduction in overall crime compared to December 2024 may be influenced by post-holiday patterns and reduced retail footfall, though local factors such as community engagement or enforcement efforts could also contribute to this shift.