Northfleet Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Northfleet's crime profile in November 2025 reveals a marked predominance of violent crime over property crime, with the former accounting for 38.4% of all reported incidents compared to 30.6% for property-related offences. This imbalance, with 99 violent crimes recorded against 79 property crimes, places the area's overall crime rate at 8.7 per 1,000 residents—19.2% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. The most prevalent category, violence and sexual offences, saw a rate of 3.3 per 1,000, significantly higher than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This trend is consistent with Northfleet's character as a built-up area within Gravesham, where concentrated populations and mixed-use development may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Seasonal factors likely play a role in these figures: November's dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night could have increased opportunities for violent incidents, while Black Friday shopping may have influenced shoplifting patterns. However, the sharp decline in burglary (down 55.6%) and bicycle theft (down 50%) suggests that targeted efforts—such as improved lighting or community engagement—may have mitigated risks in certain areas. The data also highlights an overrepresentation of anti-social behaviour (12.8% of total crimes) and criminal damage (11.2%), both of which are 4% and 89% above UK averages, respectively. These figures may reflect localised issues such as transient populations or under-resourced community spaces. The contrast with categories like shoplifting—52% below the UK average—indicates that Northfleet's crime profile is shaped by a combination of environmental factors and demographic characteristics, rather than a uniform pattern of criminal activity.

Violent crime accounted for 38.4% of all reported incidents in November, far exceeding property crime's 30.6% share. This stark imbalance, with 99 violent crimes compared to 79 property crimes, suggests a shift in criminal activity that may be influenced by seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping. Shoplifting saw a 200% increase from 3 to 9 incidents, though this remains 52% below the UK average for the category. Conversely, burglary and bicycle theft both declined sharply—burglary dropped by 55.6% and bicycle theft fell by 50%—a trend that could reflect improved security measures or seasonal changes in criminal opportunity. The violence and sexual offences category, at 3.3 per 1,000, was 28% above the UK average, indicating a localised challenge in this area. Residents may find the 150% increase in public order offences—now at 15 incidents—particularly concerning, as this category often overlaps with anti-social behaviour and alcohol-related incidents in public spaces.

Northfleet's crime rate in November 2025 rose to 8.7 per 1,000 residents, a 5.0% increase from 8.3 per 1,000 in the previous month. This places the area 19.2% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent gap in local crime statistics compared to national benchmarks. On a daily basis, Northfleet recorded roughly 9 crimes per day over the month, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 115 residents over the course of November. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of the frequency of crime in the area, though it does not account for variations in population density or localised hotspots. The population context further underscores the significance of these numbers: with 29,703 residents, even small shifts in crime rates can impact community perception and policing priorities. While the overall rate remains elevated, the distribution of crime types—particularly the dominance of violent crime—suggests a need for targeted interventions that address both immediate safety concerns and broader systemic factors.