Bearsted Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bearsted’s overall crime rate in March 2025 stood at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure that remains 66.7% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This continued safety, despite a 37.7% increase from February, underscores the area’s generally low crime profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 45.5% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 1.2 per 1,000—56% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime followed, each contributing 13.6% of incidents. The seasonal context of March, marked by the transition to spring and longer evenings, may have influenced patterns. While the area’s overall safety is evident, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime highlights the need for vigilance. These increases could be linked to factors such as increased social activity as the weather improves or changes in local routines associated with the start of the school term. The low levels of property crime (8 incidents) and burglary (1 incident) further reinforce Bearsted’s status as a relatively secure built-up area within Maidstone. However, the uptick in violent crime and anti-social behaviour suggests that community engagement and targeted awareness efforts may be necessary to address emerging trends. The data also reveals that Bearsted’s crime profile differs significantly from the UK average, with particularly low rates of theft from the person and shoplifting—categories that are typically higher in urban or tourist-heavy areas. This contrast may be due to Bearsted’s character as a smaller, more cohesive community with lower foot traffic compared to larger cities. As the area moves into spring, continued monitoring of these trends will be essential to ensure that any potential spikes are addressed promptly.

March 2025 saw sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+200%) and vehicle crime (+200%), both of which rose from one incident each in February to three each in March. This surge, though still below UK averages for both categories (anti-social behaviour at 68% below and vehicle crime at 3% above), signals a concerning trend. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 45.5% of all crimes, but their rate (1.2 per 1,000) was 56% below the UK average. Meanwhile, other theft dropped by 50% from two to one incident, a decrease that may reflect heightened awareness or temporary local factors. The increase in vehicle crime, in particular, could be linked to the transition to spring, as longer evenings and changing weather patterns may alter patterns of movement and parking. Residents should remain vigilant, especially in areas with higher foot traffic or vehicle congestion, where such crimes are more likely to occur.

Bearsted's crime rate in March 2025 rose by 37.7% compared to February, moving from 1.9 to 2.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though still significantly below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000, highlights a shift in local patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in March—a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 8,356 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 380 residents, illustrating the relatively low frequency of incidents despite the rise. When scaled to the population, Bearsted remains markedly safer than the UK average, but the upward trend in specific crime categories warrants attention. The population context reinforces that even small increases in crime can feel more pronounced in tightly knit communities, where incidents are more visible and impactful to individuals. This contrast between the area’s overall safety and the recent uptick underscores the importance of monitoring local patterns closely.