Gravesham Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Gravesham's crime rate in December 2025 stood at 7.6 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 8.6% above the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This positioning highlights a consistent trend where Gravesham has maintained a higher-than-national crime rate, though the exact drivers remain subject to interpretation. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 315 incidents (37.3% of total crimes) and 13% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, with 164 cases (19.4% of total crimes) and a striking 61% above the national rate. These figures may reflect the social dynamics of the area during the festive season, when public spaces are often more crowded and interactions more frequent. The seasonal context of December—characterised by Christmas shopping, party season, and darker evenings—could likely contribute to increased reports of anti-social behaviour and violent incidents. Other theft, at 84 cases (10.0% of total crimes), was 54% above the UK average, suggesting a possible link to holiday-related opportunities for theft. Meanwhile, shoplifting, which was 47% below the national rate, may indicate that local retail environments are either more secure or less targeted compared to other areas. The overall crime profile for Gravesham in December 2025 illustrates a combination of local factors and broader national trends, with specific categories showing both significant divergence and alignment with UK averages.

December 2025 saw a 40% increase in other theft, rising from 60 to 84 incidents, marking a significant upward trend in this category. Burglary also rose by 29.6%, with 35 reported cases, reflecting a possible shift in property crime patterns. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 60%, from five to two incidents, potentially influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity during colder months. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 37.3% of all crimes, and were 13% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, which surged 61% above the national rate, may be linked to the festive season's social dynamics. Residents may find the drop in bicycle theft particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a possible correlation between holiday periods and reduced opportunities for such crimes.

Gravesham's crime rate in December 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month, with a negligible 0.1% decline from 7.6 per 1,000 residents to the same level. This consistency suggests no major shifts in crime patterns over the final month of the year. On a daily basis, 27 crimes were recorded in Gravesham each day, a figure that provides context for local residents to gauge the frequency of incidents in their area. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for every 131 residents over the course of December, highlighting the relative density of incidents within the local population. This figure, while not directly comparable to national data, offers a clear snapshot of how often residents may encounter crime in their daily lives. The population of 110,671 means that the impact of these incidents is spread across a large community, though the rate still places Gravesham above the UK average. Understanding these statistics in relation to the local population helps frame the significance of the crime rate for individuals and neighbourhoods.