Gillingham (Medway) Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Gillingham (Medway) recorded a crime rate of 9.6 per 1,000 residents in June 2023, placing the area 12.9% above the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This discrepancy, while significant, is consistent with the area's character as a built-up district within Medway, where urban density and economic activity may contribute to higher crime rates. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.9% of total crimes (472 incidents), a figure 40% above the UK average (2.9 per 1,000). This may reflect the area's mix of residential and commercial zones, where interactions between different demographics could heighten vulnerability. Anti-social behaviour (14.2% of total crimes) and criminal damage and arson (8.3%) followed, with the latter 25% above the UK average. Seasonal context is critical: June, as the start of summer, typically sees increased tourism and outdoor activity, factors that may influence both public order offences and retail-related crimes like shoplifting. The latter, at 0.8 per 1,000, was 48% above the UK average, suggesting local retail hubs may be experiencing heightened vulnerability. However, some categories showed positive trends: theft from the person (0.0 per 1,000) was 100% below the UK average, indicating effective policing or community initiatives in reducing street-level theft. These patterns highlight the need for targeted strategies that address both the unique challenges and strengths of Gillingham's urban environment.

June 2023 marked a notable 62.5% increase in public order offences, rising from 56 to 91 incidents. This surge aligns with the start of summer, when longer evenings and increased foot traffic in public spaces may contribute to heightened disturbances. Conversely, bicycle theft fell sharply by 71.4%, from 7 to 2 incidents, potentially reflecting seasonal changes in cycling activity or improved security measures. Among UK comparisons, shoplifting in Gillingham (Medway) was 48% above the national average (0.8 vs 0.5 per 1,000), a disparity that could be linked to the area's retail presence. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour (1.4 per 1,000) was 5% below the UK average, suggesting local efforts in community engagement may be yielding positive results. These fluctuations underscore the combination of local initiatives and broader seasonal trends.

Gillingham (Medway)'s crime rate in June 2023 remained stable at 9.6 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency contrasts with the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, placing the area 12.9% above the national benchmark. Locally, 37 crimes were reported daily in June, translating to one reported crime for every 104 residents over the course of the month. While the overall rate has not shifted, the distribution of crime types reveals distinct patterns. For instance, the area's violence and sexual offences rate (4.1 per 1,000) is 40% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect local demographic or geographic factors. Conversely, theft from the person (0.0 per 1,000) is 100% below the UK average, suggesting a lower incidence of street-level theft compared to other regions. These figures, when contextualised against Medway's population of 114,340, highlight both areas of concern and relative strengths in public safety.