Gravesham Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 saw Gravesham's crime rate remain 19.7% above the UK average, with 9.1 crimes per 1,000 residents. This follows a 10% monthly decline from October's 10.2 rate, though the area still records significantly higher crime levels than the national average. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 30.2% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (11.0%) and drugs-related crimes (10.4%). The seasonal context of November—marked by darker evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—may contribute to patterns observed, though the exact relationship between these factors and crime remains complex. The higher-than-average rates for drugs offences (285% above UK average) and burglary (61% above UK average) suggest persistent challenges in specific areas. Meanwhile, shoplifting rates fell 28% below the UK average, possibly reflecting effective retail security measures or seasonal retail patterns. The data illustrates a mixed picture: while some categories like anti-social behaviour and violence show reductions, others such as drugs and burglary remain elevated, indicating areas requiring targeted intervention.

November 2024 marked a 10% monthly decrease in Gravesham's overall crime rate. above the UK average. Violence and sexual offences fell by 21.4% (from 388 to 305), a significant drop that may reflect the impact of local policing initiatives or seasonal factors such as shorter evenings. Conversely, burglary increased sharply by 61.8% (34 to 55), a stark contrast to the national average of 0.3 per 1,000, and drugs-related crimes rose by 31.3% (80 to 105), 285% above the UK average. This surge in drugs offences could indicate shifting patterns in illicit activity or increased reporting due to heightened awareness. Anti-social behaviour, which accounts for 11.0% of all crimes, fell by 24.0% month-on-month, linked to the end of school term holidays. Residents may find the 28% below-average rate for shoplifting (58 incidents) noteworthy, suggesting successful retail crime prevention strategies. The data also reveals that possession of weapons fell by 27.3% (from 11 to 8), though this category remains 67% above the UK average, highlighting ongoing concerns about weapon-related incidents.

Gravesham's November 2024 crime rate of 9.1 per 1,000 residents represents a 10.0% decline from October's 10.2 rate, marking a positive short-term trend. However, this rate remains 19.7% above the UK average, underscoring persistent challenges in local crime management. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 34 crimes per day in November, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 110 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate—while lower than the previous month—still reflects a higher-than-average burden compared to the UK as a whole. The population context reveals that Gravesham's 110,671 residents face a crime environment distinct from the national average, with specific categories like drugs offences and burglary showing extreme disparities. For instance, the 285% above-average rate for drugs-related crimes suggests systemic issues that may require targeted interventions. While the 10% monthly decline is encouraging, the overall rate remains a concern, particularly in light of the significant discrepancies in certain crime categories. This comparison highlights the need for sustained efforts to address the unique challenges facing Gravesham's communities.