Gravesend Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Gravesend's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 9.3 per 1,000, marking a 25.7% increase above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure positions the area as one of the higher-risk built-up areas within Gravesham, though the rate remains below the 10.8 per 1,000 recorded in August. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.1% of all reported incidents (169 cases), with a rate of 2.9 per 1,000—12% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 27.1% (147 cases), a rate of 2.5 per 1,000 that is 114% above the UK average. The seasonal context of September—back-to-school periods, university freshers, and the transition to shorter days—may partly explain the persistent high levels of violence and anti-social behaviour, as these factors often correlate with increased social interactions and potential conflicts in public spaces. Other theft, at 9.0% of all crimes (49 cases), and vehicle crime, at 6.1% (33 cases), both exceeded UK averages by 60% and 50% respectively, suggesting ongoing vulnerabilities in property security. However, shoplifting showed a 34% deficit compared to the UK average, indicating a potential success in retail crime prevention strategies. This mix of elevated and subdued crime types reflects the combination of local demographics and seasonal rhythms, with the built-up area's proximity to educational institutions likely influencing patterns in both violent and property-related offences.

Bicycle theft in Gravesend surged by 600% in September 2025, jumping from 1 to 7 incidents—a stark departure from previous trends. This spike may partly explain the shift in crime patterns, as the area's proximity to university campuses and the start of the academic year likely increased the number of bikes on the streets. Robbery also rose sharply, with a 233% increase from 3 to 10 incidents, suggesting a potential link to heightened foot traffic in commercial areas during the freshers' week. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 51.5%, possibly due to seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity as nights drew in. The breakdown reveals that anti-social behaviour remains the second most common crime, at 27.1% of total incidents, a figure 114% above the UK average. This contrast with shoplifting, which fell 34% below the UK average, underscores the uneven distribution of crime types across the area.

Gravesend's crime rate in September 2025 dropped 13.9% from the previous month's 10.8 per 1,000 to 9.3 per 1,000, reflecting a notable short-term shift. Daily crime activity averaged 18 incidents per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of criminal activity in the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 108 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents relative to the population. With 58,464 residents, this translates to a population-scaled perspective where the rate of 9.3 per 1,000 is 25.7% above the UK average but shows a downward trend compared to the previous month. This decline may partly explain the reduced pressure on local policing resources, though the persistent gap from the UK average suggests ongoing challenges in crime prevention strategies.