Gillingham (Medway) Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bicycle theft in Gillingham (Medway) during November 2025 was 233% above the UK average, highlighting an unusual spike in this category compared to the overall crime rate of 8.2 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 12.3% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, with violence and sexual offences (314 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (176 incidents) dominating the crime profile. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended evening darkness—may contribute to patterns observed in property and violent crime. While violent offences remain the most common category, the disproportionate rise in bicycle theft suggests a specific vulnerability in local infrastructure or community awareness. Anti-social behaviour, which is 42% above the UK average, may reflect the impact of increased foot traffic in retail areas during the festive season. The area's mix of urban and suburban characteristics, combined with its proximity to major transport routes, likely influences the distribution of crime types, with property crimes such as criminal damage and arson also significantly exceeding national averages. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories while acknowledging the combination of local and national factors shaping crime trends.

November 2025 saw a sharp 80% increase in theft from the person, rising from 5 to 9 incidents—a figure that may reflect heightened vigilance during Black Friday shopping or increased pedestrian activity in retail zones. Bicycle theft surged by 53.8%, with 20 incidents reported, far outpacing the UK average by 233%. This anomaly suggests either a gap in local security measures or a shift in criminal focus toward easily transportable assets. Meanwhile, robbery incidents fell by 46.2%, dropping from 13 to 7, possibly linked to seasonal changes in public space usage or improved policing in high-risk areas. Anti-social behaviour, though not directly tied to month-on-month changes, remains 42% above the UK average, with 176 incidents reported. Public order offences decreased by 19.6%, from 46 to 37, which may indicate a temporary reduction in alcohol-related incidents during November. These shifts highlight the volatility of crime patterns in response to both local initiatives and broader seasonal trends, with some categories showing resilience while others demand urgent attention.

The crime rate in Gillingham (Medway) rose by 3.8% from 7.9 to 8.2 per 1,000 residents between October and November 2025, reflecting a slight but measurable increase in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 31 crimes per day in November, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the built-up environment. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 123 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the frequency of incidents relative to the local population of 114,340. While this rate is higher than the UK average, the comparison is not directly comparable to national statistics due to differences in urban density and policing strategies. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a higher proportion of crimes compared to the UK average, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour and bicycle theft. This suggests that local factors—such as the area's role as a transport hub or its proximity to retail centres—may amplify certain types of crime. These figures provide a nuanced understanding of the area's crime profile, balancing the need for targeted interventions with the recognition of broader contextual influences.