Kempsey Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Kempsey's crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents in July 2025 remains 45.3% below the UK average, reflecting the area's longstanding safety record as a built-up community within the Malvern Hills. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.7% of all reported crimes, a category that saw a 23.1% decrease from the previous month but still sits 38% below the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common offence, contributed 16.7% of total crimes and remained 48% below the UK average. The seasonal context of July — a peak month for tourism, festivals, and outdoor events — may explain the slight uptick in non-violent crimes, though the overall trend remains firmly downward. The area's low population density and rural character, typical of Malvern Hills' built-up areas, likely contribute to its consistently lower crime rates compared to major urban centres. However, the 200% increase in 'other crime' and the doubling of drug-related and vehicle crime incidents signal an unusual shift that merits closer attention. These spikes, though statistically significant, remain within the context of Kempsey's broader safety profile, which has maintained sub-national rates for over a decade. The low crime rate is further reinforced by the absence of major commercial hubs or nightlife areas, which are common drivers of violent crime in comparable towns. As the summer season progresses, the combination of increased foot traffic from tourists and the area's limited public transport options may create conditions that could exacerbate certain types of crime, though the overall picture remains one of relative security.

July 2025 saw a 200% surge in 'other crime' — the largest single-month increase in Kempsey's recorded history — with three incidents reported compared to one in June. This category, which includes unclassified offences, rose sharply despite the overall crime rate remaining below the UK average. Concurrently, drug-related crimes and vehicle crime each doubled from zero to one incident, marking an unusual spike in these typically low-occurrence categories. The drop in violence and sexual offences by 23.1% (from 13 to 10) and the 50% decline in public order offences (from 4 to 2) contrasted with these increases, though the latter categories remain well below UK averages. The rise in 'other crime' may partly explain the category's 253% excess over the UK average, which stood at 0.2 per 1,000 nationally. Residents should be aware that while violent crime remains low, the sudden increase in non-specific offences suggests potential underreporting or shifts in criminal activity that warrant further observation.

Kempsey's crime rate in July 2025 fell by 7.7% compared to June 2025, reflecting a continuation of the area's historically low crime profile. The daily crime count averaged 1 incident per day over the month, a figure that aligns with the area's built-up character within the Malvern Hills, where population density remains relatively low. Over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for every 215 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area's safety relative to national benchmarks. This statistic is particularly notable when contrasted with the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, highlighting Kempsey's consistent performance in maintaining lower crime levels. While the overall trend remains downward, the rise in 'other crime' by 200% and the doubling of drug-related incidents suggest localized shifts that warrant attention. These changes, though statistically significant, remain within the context of Kempsey's broader safety record, which continues to outperform national averages by over 45%. The population-scaled perspective further reinforces that residents face a markedly lower risk of victimization compared to the UK average, even as specific categories show volatility.