Medway Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Medway’s crime rate in November 2024 stood at 8.2 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 7.9% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure underscores a consistent challenge in maintaining public safety within the local authority district. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (41.5% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (12.7%) and shoplifting (8.3%). These patterns align with seasonal dynamics, as November typically witnesses increased activity during events such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday, which may contribute to higher foot traffic and, consequently, more opportunities for theft and disorder. The relatively high rate of violence and sexual offences compared to the UK average may be influenced by local factors such as the area’s urban character and the concentration of population in certain districts. Meanwhile, the lower-than-average rates of anti-social behaviour and public order offences could indicate the effectiveness of community engagement efforts or improved policing in these areas. The month’s darker evenings and the shopping frenzy of Black Friday likely played a role in the rise of shoplifting and other property-related crimes, though the exact contribution of these factors remains hedged by broader socioeconomic influences.

November 2024 saw a stark rise in robbery, with a 47.1% increase from 17 to 25 incidents, marking a notable spike in violent crime. Drug-related offences also surged by 23.2%, moving from 82 to 101 cases, a trend that places Medway 54% above the UK average for this category. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 55.0%, dropping from 20 to 9 incidents—a reduction that may reflect heightened awareness during the festive season or improved security measures. The breakdown of crime types reveals a 32% increase in violence and sexual offences compared to the UK average, with these incidents accounting for 41.5% of all reported crimes. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and public order offences were both below the UK average, suggesting that community-focused initiatives may be contributing to lower levels of disorder in these areas.

Medway’s crime rate in November 2024 (8.2 per 1,000 residents) marks a 5.5% decline from the previous month’s rate of 8.7 per 1,000, reflecting a slight downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 122 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the local population. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 80 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity despite the month-on-month reduction. This daily count, while specific to Medway, provides residents with a tangible sense of the pace at which crimes occur in their community. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, while the rate remains above the UK average, the decrease suggests potential effectiveness in local policing strategies or seasonal factors influencing crime patterns during November.