Maidstone Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2025, Maidstone recorded a crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 7.5% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This figure translates to a per-capita risk where, over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 162 residents. The area's crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 41.5% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.1%) and criminal damage and arson (9.4%). These figures reflect a pattern consistent with Maidstone's character as a largely urban district with a mix of residential and commercial areas, where social interactions and property-related incidents are more prevalent. The seasonal context of February, a winter month with lower outdoor activity, may contribute to the relative stability in overall crime rates compared to busier periods, though specific categories like violence and sexual offences remain elevated. The breakdown shows that while property crimes (379) make up a significant portion, violent crimes (481) are the most frequently reported, suggesting that personal safety remains a key concern for residents. This per-capita perspective allows residents to contextualise their risk in terms of daily life, with the 6.2 rate meaning that for every 1,000 people in Maidstone, slightly more than six crimes occur each month. The comparison to the UK average highlights that Maidstone's crime profile is not only lower in aggregate but also exhibits distinct variances in specific categories, such as the above-average rate of violence and sexual offences. These insights provide a nuanced view of how crime manifests in the area, balancing the need for awareness with the reassurance that local rates are generally lower than national benchmarks.

February 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Theft from the person increased by 75% compared to the previous month, rising from 4 to 7 incidents, a change that may reflect heightened awareness or shifts in criminal focus during the winter period. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 42.4%, dropping from 59 to 34, a stark contrast that could indicate changes in local enforcement priorities or community dynamics. Vehicle crime also decreased by 37.9%, from 66 to 41, linked to reduced outdoor activity and lower visibility during colder months. Maidstone's rate of violence and sexual offences (2.6 per 1,000) was 11% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.9 per 1,000) was 7% below, illustrating a mixed picture of local crime trends. These variations underscore the importance of understanding how specific categories align with national benchmarks, offering residents a clearer view of where local patterns diverge.

Maidstone's crime rate in February 2025 dropped to 6.2 per 1,000 residents, a 14.2% decrease from the previous month's 7.2 per 1,000. This decline suggests a shift in crime patterns that may partly reflect seasonal factors, as February typically sees lower outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull in social events. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 41 crimes per day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the pace at which incidents occur. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 162 residents, translating to a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average when scaled to Maidstone's population. This statistic offers a clear benchmark for residents to contextualise their personal risk, particularly when compared to the national picture where crime rates are generally higher. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Maidstone's crime profile, while not entirely absent of concern, remains distinct from the broader UK context in terms of frequency and distribution.