Gillingham (Medway) Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Gillingham's crime rate in June 2025 (8.6 per 1,000 residents) was 6.2% higher than the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a persistent but manageable disparity. The area's crime profile is dominated by violent and sexual offences, which accounted for 40.5% of all reported crimes, significantly above the UK average. This category's rate (3.5 per 1,000) is 22% higher than the national figure, underscoring the need for focused strategies to address interpersonal violence. Anti-social behaviour (1.5 per 1,000) and criminal damage and arson (0.8 per 1,000) also exceeded UK averages by 6% and 38%, respectively, indicating challenges in managing public order and property-related offences. Conversely, shoplifting (0.6 per 1,000) was 5% below the UK average, suggesting that retail-focused interventions may be having an effect. The seasonal context of June, with the start of summer, likely influenced crime patterns. Longer daylight hours and the beginning of the tourism season may have reduced opportunities for certain crimes, such as burglary and vehicle theft, while increasing foot traffic in public spaces could contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. The built-up nature of Gillingham within Medway, a densely populated urban area, likely amplifies the visibility of crimes, making them more frequently reported. This context highlights the interplay between demographic factors, urban infrastructure, and seasonal rhythms in shaping local crime trends.

June 2025 saw notable decreases in possession of weapons (-50.0%), bicycle theft (-27.3%), and criminal damage and arson (-27.1%) compared to May. These reductions may reflect improved community engagement or seasonal factors, such as the start of summer holidays reducing opportunities for certain crimes. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark contrast between categories: violence and sexual offences (3.5 per 1,000) are 22% above the UK average, while shoplifting (0.6 per 1,000) is 5% below. This divergence highlights the complexity of crime patterns, with violent crimes remaining a focal concern. For residents, the 33 daily reported crimes offer a tangible snapshot of local activity, though the significant drop in criminal damage and arson suggests that targeted efforts to address vandalism may be yielding results. The persistence of high rates for anti-social behaviour and drugs, despite a 6% and 11% increase respectively, indicates areas where further action is needed. Vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) is 19% below the UK average, reflecting effective local policing in high-traffic areas or reduced opportunities during the summer months.

Gillingham's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 8.6 per 1,000 residents, a 7.4% decline from May's rate of 9.3 per 1,000. This reduction, though modest, suggests a potential stabilization in criminal activity after a period of fluctuation. The daily crime count in June averaged 33 incidents, translating to one reported crime for every 116 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the frequency of crime in Gillingham's built-up area, where population density and urban infrastructure likely contribute to higher visibility of incidents. While the area's crime rate remains 6.2% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, the drop from May may reflect seasonal factors, such as the start of summer holidays, which could reduce opportunities for certain crimes. However, the persistence of elevated rates for violent crimes and criminal damage indicates that targeted interventions remain necessary. The built-up nature of Medway, with its mix of residential and commercial zones, likely plays a role in shaping these patterns, as urban areas often experience higher crime rates due to factors like transient populations and concentrated social challenges.