Ashford Common Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Ashford Common, the crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents in June 2025 translates to a daily risk that, while present, remains significantly lower than the UK average. This figure, 32.1% below the national average of 8.1 per 1,000, positions the area as one of the safer built-up regions in the country. The breakdown of crimes reveals a notable focus on violent and sexual offences, which account for 33.3% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 20.8%. These figures suggest that interpersonal conflicts and disorder remain key concerns, though the rates are well below UK norms. Seasonal factors may play a role in this pattern: June marks the beginning of summer, when longer daylight hours and increased social activity in public spaces can contribute to both higher visibility of crime and potential increases in disputes. However, the balance between violent and property crimes appears relatively even, with property offences (20.8%) not dominating as they might in other areas. This could indicate a community where public spaces are more frequently patrolled or where local initiatives have reduced opportunities for property crime. The lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour (23% below UK norms) and criminal damage (83% below) suggest that local efforts in community engagement or environmental design may be effective in mitigating these issues. Residents should remain aware, however, that specific categories like other theft are 57% above the UK average, a disparity that may warrant closer examination of local practices or vulnerabilities. Overall, the data illustrates a relatively safe area with pockets of concern that require targeted attention.

June 2025 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with drug-related offences surging by 200% compared to May, rising from one to three incidents. This jump, while small in absolute terms, may signal emerging local challenges or shifts in community dynamics. Conversely, criminal damage and arson plummeted by 80%, from five to one incident, a decline that could reflect seasonal factors or improved community engagement in preventing vandalism. The balance between violent and property crimes remained relatively equal, with both accounting for 33.3% and 20.8% of total offences respectively, a shift from earlier months where property crimes dominated. Ashford Common’s rate for violence and sexual offences (1.8 per 1,000) is 37% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community initiatives in this category. However, other theft remains 57% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may require further local analysis to address.

In June 2025, Ashford Common recorded a crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents, a 2.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.6 per 1,000. This small decline suggests a continued trend of stability, though the area remains significantly safer than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 183 residents, a figure that translates to a low but tangible monthly exposure for local households. Daily crime statistics show an average of two incidents per day, a pace that, while not alarming, underscores the need for vigilance in public spaces. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the overall low rate, specific categories like drug-related crimes have seen sharp increases, which may reflect local pressures or seasonal shifts in activity patterns. These figures highlight the importance of contextualising crime data beyond raw numbers, considering how different categories interact with the area’s unique social and geographical dynamics.