Kempsey Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Kempsey's February 2026 crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents places it 23.4% below the UK average of 6.4, reflecting a relatively low crime environment compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40% of all reported crimes, followed by burglary (12%) and anti-social behaviour (12%). These figures align with the area’s character as a built-up part of the Malvern Hills, where limited urban density and seasonal factors may influence crime patterns. February, a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, likely contributed to the lower overall crime rate. However, the dominance of violent crime over property crime contrasts with some rural areas, where burglary and vehicle crime often dominate. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.3 per 1,000, meaning Kempsey’s rate of 1.9 per 1,000 is 18% below the national figure. This suggests local factors—such as community cohesion or policing priorities—may play a role in mitigating violent incidents. Seasonal context also appears relevant, as the UK average for anti-social behaviour is 0.9 per 1,000, yet Kempsey’s rate of 0.6 per 1,000 is 34% below, reflecting fewer public spaces or lower population density in the built-up area. These patterns highlight the interplay between geography, seasonality, and crime dynamics in Kempsey.

February 2026 saw sharp month-on-month shifts in crime types, with criminal damage and arson, public order offences, and burglary each rising by 100% from the previous month. These increases, though starting from low base numbers, signal potential emerging trends. Burglary in particular, at 0.6 per 1,000 residents, is 140% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, a stark contrast to other categories like anti-social behaviour, which fell by 50% to 0.6 per 1,000 (34% below the UK average). The decline in violence and sexual offences—down 41.2% to 1.9 per 1,000—suggests a significant reduction in the most common crime type, though this rate remains 18% below the UK average. Other theft dropped by 60% to 0.4 per 1,000, a decrease that could reflect seasonal factors or targeted policing efforts. For residents, the most immediate concern may be the 100% increase in burglary, which, while still lower than the UK average, warrants attention given the area’s limited population density and potential vulnerability to targeted offences. These shifts underscore the dynamic nature of local crime patterns and the need for ongoing monitoring.

Kempsey’s February 2026 crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 represents a 19.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.0 per 1,000, indicating a notable short-term decline. Daily crime statistics show an average of one reported crime per day across the 28-day period, a figure that, while low, remains a local metric with no direct UK comparison. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 206 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average if extrapolated nationally. With a population of 5,148, Kempsey’s crime rate is scaled to reflect the area’s smaller community size, where a single incident can have a more pronounced impact. The 19.3% month-on-month drop aligns with seasonal trends, as February’s pre-spring lull and reduced outdoor activity may contribute to lower crime volumes. However, the sharp increases in specific categories like burglary and criminal damage suggest localized factors may be at play, even as the overall rate remains well below the UK average. This interplay between broad trends and specific fluctuations highlights the importance of contextual analysis in understanding Kempsey’s crime profile.