Bearsted Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bearsted's crime profile in June 2025 reveals a strikingly low overall rate of 1.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 77.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This exceptionally low rate is underpinned by a balanced distribution of crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 33.3% of all incidents (5 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour and other theft, each contributing 20%. The seasonal context of June—a time when tourism begins in nearby coastal areas and the longest days of the year create extended visibility—may have contributed to the low crime rate. However, the most unexpected finding is the simultaneous 50% increase in anti-social behaviour and other theft, which rose from 2 to 3 incidents each. This divergence from the overall decline in crime suggests a nuanced shift in local dynamics. While the area’s built-up nature may typically correlate with higher rates of property crime, Bearsted’s data shows a stark underperformance in this category compared to the UK average, with vehicle crime and burglary both at 46% and 64% below national levels, respectively. The low crime rate is consistent with the characteristics of a residential and commercial built-up area, where community cohesion and effective local policing may play a role in maintaining security. These patterns are further reinforced by the absence of significant spikes in violent crime, which fell by 44.4% from May, aligning with the seasonal reduction in incidents often observed in summer months.

June 2025 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with anti-social behaviour and other theft both rising by 50% compared to May. This increase, despite an overall drop in total crimes, suggests a shift in the nature of incidents reported. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 20% of all crimes, rose from 2 to 3 incidents, while other theft—also contributing 20%—increased from 2 to 3. These categories are below the UK average, with anti-social behaviour at 72% below and other theft at 22% below. Meanwhile, violent crimes fell sharply by 44.4%, from 9 to 5 incidents, a decline that positions Bearsted’s rate of 0.6 per 1,000 as 79% below the UK average for this category. This reduction may reflect the impact of seasonal factors, such as increased community engagement during the summer. For residents, the most immediate insight is the 50% rise in anti-social behaviour, which could indicate heightened tensions in local public spaces or changes in reporting patterns during the warmer months.

Bearsted's crime rate in June 2025 fell by 39.8% compared to the previous month, dropping from 3.0 to 1.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the seasonal rhythm of the area, where longer daylight hours and the onset of summer may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. Locally, the average daily crime count in June was effectively zero, reflecting the low volume of incidents reported over 30 days. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure figure indicates that one reported crime occurred for roughly every 557 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low risk residents face compared to national averages. This figure is particularly notable when contextualised against the UK's average of 8.1 per 1,000, highlighting Bearsted’s distinct position as a low-crime locality. The reduction in crime from May to June is consistent with patterns observed in similar built-up areas during the summer months, where increased community activity and visibility may contribute to deterrence.