Gravesham Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Gravesham's overall crime rate in June 2025 stood at 8.2 per 1,000 residents, a 1.2% increase above the UK average of 8.1. This slight divergence from national trends underscores the area's unique crime profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.4% of all crimes, making them the most prevalent category, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.4%) and other theft (8.6%). The seasonal context of June, the start of summer, may contribute to patterns seen in the data. For instance, the 3.2 per 1,000 rate for violence and sexual offences aligns with the increased social activity typical of this time of year. However, Gravesham's performance in some categories contrasts sharply with the UK average. Shoplifting, for example, was 52% below the national rate, a figure that may reflect effective local interventions or the area's retail landscape. Conversely, anti-social behaviour was 27% above the UK average, a disparity that could be linked to Gravesham's population density or community dynamics. The data suggests a combination of local factors and broader trends, though no definitive causal explanations are drawn here. This month's statistics highlight both areas where Gravesham's crime picture aligns with national patterns and those where it diverges, offering insights for targeted policing and community engagement strategies.

June 2025 saw a 40.6% increase in vehicle crime, reaching 45 incidents. This rise may be linked to increased summer travel or changes in parking patterns, though no definitive causal link is confirmed. Conversely, drugs-related crimes fell by 40.0%, dropping from 30 to 18 incidents. This decline, while significant, does not yet indicate a long-term trend. Other crime also decreased by 36.0%, from 25 to 16 incidents, suggesting potential improvements in local policing or community initiatives. Violence and sexual offences remained 12% above the UK average, at 3.2 per 1,000, while shoplifting in Gravesham was 52% below the UK average. These disparities highlight the need for targeted strategies in areas where Gravesham's crime profile diverges from national trends.

Gravesham's crime rate in June 2025 remained stable at 8.2 per 1,000, matching the previous month's figure exactly. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, 30 crimes were reported each day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of local risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 121 residents, placing Gravesham's monthly exposure in a context that aligns with the area's population of 110,671. This ratio is useful for residents assessing their personal risk: for every 121 people in the district, one crime was recorded in June. While the daily count remains a local metric without a UK counterpart, the population-scaled perspective offers clarity on how crime is distributed among Gravesham's residents compared to other areas.