Sevenoaks Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Sevenoaks' crime rate in July 2025 stood at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 29.1% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This position, while consistent with the area's historical safety record, masks a combination of seasonal and local factors. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 35.2% of all incidents (265 cases), a figure that. from June, remains 28% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 26.3% of total crimes (198 cases), with a 31.1% month-on-month increase. The area's mix of suburban and commercial zones likely fuels these trends, particularly during July's peak tourism period, when festivals and outdoor events draw large crowds. Property-related crimes—such as burglary, vehicle crime, and shoplifting—showed mixed patterns. Burglary plummeted by 62.2% (from 37 to 14 cases), possibly due to enhanced home security or seasonal occupancy shifts. Vehicle crime, however, rose slightly above the UK average (0.4 per 1,000, 3% above), potentially linked to increased car usage during summer. The overall crime profile suggests that while Sevenoaks remains a relatively safe area, targeted interventions may be needed to address the surge in violent and anti-social incidents, particularly in high-traffic zones. The July data also highlights the area's resilience in certain categories, such as shoplifting (69% below the UK average), which may reflect effective retail security measures or lower foot traffic in non-tourist areas.

July 2025 saw a sharp 33.2% increase in violence and sexual offences, with 265 incidents reported—nearly 35% of all crimes. This rise, though below the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000 (28% lower), suggests heightened tensions during the summer months. Anti-social behaviour also surged by 31.1%, with 198 incidents, a trend that may link to the area's mix of residential and commercial spaces. Conversely, burglary rates dropped by 62.2% (from 37 to 14), a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000 (63% below). This decline could reflect improved security measures or seasonal factors, such as fewer holiday homes being unoccupied. Residents may find the 24 crimes reported daily—a local figure—useful for contextualising risk levels during July's peak tourism and festival season.

Sevenoaks' crime rate in July 2025 (6.1 per 1,000) reflects a 15.2% increase compared to the previous month's rate of 5.3 per 1,000. This rise, though modest, contrasts with the area's consistent position well below the UK average. Locally, 24 crimes were reported daily in July—a figure that, while low by national standards, underscores the need for vigilance during peak summer activity. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 163 residents, a statistic that aligns with Sevenoaks' historical safety profile. With a population of 122,748, this translates to a manageable monthly exposure rate, though the upward trend from June warrants monitoring. The local context—characterised by a mix of residential, commercial, and tourist areas—likely influences these patterns, with seasonal events and increased foot traffic in July potentially contributing to the uptick in violent and anti-social incidents.