Kempsey Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Kempsey's crime profile in April 2025 reveals a striking contrast between violent and property crimes, with the former dominating the landscape. Of the 24 total crimes recorded, 14 were classified as violence and sexual offences, accounting for 58.3% of the total. This concentration of violent incidents is 3% above the UK average for that category (2.6 per 1,000), though Kempsey's overall rate of 4.7 per 1,000 remains 39% below the national average of 7.7 per 1,000. The second and third most common crime types were public order (8.3%) and anti-social behaviour (8.3%), both of which fell significantly below UK averages (public order: 26% below; anti-social behaviour: 70% below). The seasonal context of April, marked by Easter and springtime activity, may have influenced patterns, with increased outdoor engagement potentially contributing to the rise in public order crimes. However, the area's built-up nature within a rural region likely mitigates certain risks, such as vehicle crime (47% below UK average) and burglary (26% below UK average). While the high proportion of violent crimes suggests a need for targeted community safety initiatives, the overall low crime rate reaffirms Kempsey's status as a relatively secure area compared to national benchmarks. The interplay between local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and geographical factors continues to shape this unique crime picture.

April 2025 saw notable shifts in Kempsey's crime mix, with violent crimes accounting for 58.3% of total incidents, significantly outpacing property crimes (8.3%). This imbalance suggests a focus on interpersonal offences rather than theft or vandalism. Month-on-month, public order crimes surged by 100% (from 0 to 2), while vehicle crime and drug-related offences also doubled from zero to 1 each. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 66.7% (from 6 to 2), possibly reflecting seasonal changes in community activity. The rate of violence and sexual offences (2.7 per 1,000) was 3% above the UK average for that category, indicating a localized concentration of such incidents. For residents, the daily crime count of 1 per day provides a tangible benchmark for understanding local risk levels, though this remains well below national averages.

Kempsey's crime rate in April 2025 remained stable at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, matching the same figure recorded in March 2025. This consistency suggests no immediate spikes or dips in overall crime activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, reflecting a low-frequency pattern that aligns with Kempsey's status as a built-up area within a rural region. When scaled to the population of 5,148, this equates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 215 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure is lower than the UK average, which would see a higher frequency of incidents per capita. The stability in the crime rate, combined with the low daily and monthly exposure numbers, underscores Kempsey's position as a relatively safe area compared to national trends, though local factors such as seasonal activity and community dynamics may still influence specific crime categories.