Hoo St Werburgh Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 10,836, the 69 crimes recorded in August 2024 translate to a crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents — 22% below the UK average of 8.2. This figure, while relatively low, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal rhythms. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.7% of all incidents (26 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (30.4%, 21 cases). These patterns suggest a mix of persistent issues and temporary spikes, potentially influenced by the area’s status as a commuter hub within Medway. The seasonal context of August — a month marked by holidays and increased tourism — may have contributed to the 33.3% decrease in violent crime compared to July. Anti-social behaviour in Hoo St Werburgh was 32% above the UK average, a discrepancy that could be linked to the area’s proximity to industrial zones and the transient nature of its population. Meanwhile, the crime rate for vehicle theft (0.5 per 1,000) was 11% above the national average, a trend that may reflect the presence of commuter parking areas or the area’s connectivity to major transport routes. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where local conditions deviate from national norms.

August 2024 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime rising by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents). This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect increased traffic during the summer holiday season or changes in local enforcement patterns. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 88.9%, a decline that could be linked to reduced foot traffic during August’s peak holiday period. The breakdown of crime types also revealed stark contrasts with national averages: anti-social behaviour in Hoo St Werburgh was 32% above the UK average, tied to the area’s proximity to industrial sites and commuter corridors. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson were 35% below the UK rate, a trend that may reflect effective community engagement or the area’s lower density of vacant properties compared to other parts of the country. For residents, the 400% increase in vehicle crime — from 1 to 5 cases — underscores the need for vigilance in securing vehicles during the summer months.

In August 2024, Hoo St Werburgh recorded a crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents, a 5.5% decrease from July’s 6.7. This brings the area closer to its population-adjusted context: 69 crimes over 31 days equate to roughly 2 crimes per day. For residents, this means one reported crime occurs for every 157 people during the month — a figure that, while not negligible, suggests manageable levels of risk compared to the UK average. The drop in overall crime aligns with seasonal patterns typical of August, a month marked by holidays and increased tourism. However, the distribution of crime types reveals uneven trends. While violent crime fell by 33.3% from July, anti-social behaviour rose 32% above the UK average. This contrast highlights how local factors — such as the area’s proximity to Medway’s industrial zones and its commuter demographics — may influence crime profiles differently than national averages. The daily crime count, though low, remains a reminder that even small numbers can reflect concentrated issues in specific neighbourhoods.