Gravesham Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Gravesham's overall crime rate for November 2025 stands at 7.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 4.1% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This marks a slight upward trend compared to the previous month's rate of 7.4 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime types are violence and sexual offences (34.4% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.9%) and criminal damage and arson (9.1%). The seasonal context of November—marked by the approach of Christmas, the Black Friday shopping period, and the Bonfire Night celebrations—may have influenced patterns, particularly in shoplifting and public order offences. Shoplifting rates in Gravesham are 37% below the UK average, potentially reflecting heightened security measures or consumer behaviour shifts during the Black Friday period. However, anti-social behaviour remains significantly above the UK average by 42%, suggesting persistent challenges in managing community tensions. The area's character as a mixed-use district with retail hubs and residential zones likely contributes to these patterns, with public spaces and high streets serving as focal points for both anti-social activity and retail crime.

November 2025 saw notable month-on-month changes in Gravesham's crime profile. Public order offences surged by 105.3%, rising from 19 to 39 incidents, a sharp increase that may be linked to Bonfire Night events and increased foot traffic in public areas. Possession of weapons also rose sharply, doubling from 6 to 12 cases—a 100% increase—though this remains a relatively small proportion of total crimes. Shoplifting, while still below the UK average by 37%, saw an 84.6% rise from 26 to 48 cases, possibly driven by pre-Christmas shopping activity. Conversely, burglary and other crime both declined, with burglary falling 25% from 36 to 27 incidents and 'other crime' dropping by 19.4% from 31 to 25. This suggests a shift in criminal activity toward public spaces and less toward property crimes. The balance between property and violent crimes also shifted, with violent offences (34.4%) slightly outpacing property crimes (42.1% of total crimes). For residents, the 37% gap in shoplifting rates compared to the UK average may offer reassurance during high-spending periods, but the 42% above-average rate for anti-social behaviour highlights areas requiring targeted policing.

Gravesham's crime rate in November 2025 rose to 7.6 per 1,000 residents, a 2.8% increase from the previous month's 7.4 per 1,000. This places the area slightly above the UK average. On a daily basis, 28 crimes were reported over the 30-day period, translating to roughly one crime for every 131 residents over the course of the month—a figure that provides context for the frequency of incidents relative to the population. While this is a local metric and cannot be directly compared to UK-wide daily figures, it underscores the need for community-focused interventions. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Gravesham's residents face a slightly higher risk of crime compared to the national average, but the rate remains within a manageable range. The 4.1% disparity from the UK average is modest, and the area's performance in specific categories—such as shoplifting (37% below the UK average) and burglary (33% below)—demonstrates effective policing in some areas. However, the 42% above-average rate for anti-social behaviour indicates a need for targeted strategies to address community-level issues. These figures, when viewed alongside the month-on-month rise, suggest a combination of seasonal pressures and local dynamics that require ongoing monitoring.