Faversham Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In a town of 20,534 residents, 172 crimes were reported in October 2023, translating to a crime rate of 8.4 per 1,000 residents. This figure places Faversham 5% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, though the area's rate has shown a downward trend from the previous month's 9.3. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.7% of all incidents, followed by shoplifting (15.7%) and criminal damage and arson (12.8%). This concentration of violent crime may be influenced by local factors such as the town's built-up nature and the seasonal context of October, which includes darker evenings and Halloween-related activity. The shoplifting spike, which is 124% above the UK average, could be attributed to increased retail footfall or changes in policing focus. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and public order offences both fell below the UK average, suggesting a potential success in local community initiatives or shifts in crime patterns. The seasonal context of October—characterised by shorter days and the Halloween period—likely plays a role in the fluctuation of certain crime types. Faversham's crime profile thus reflects a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and comparative national trends.

October 2023 saw a stark increase in shoplifting, with cases jumping from 7 to 27—a 285.7% rise. This surge, which places shoplifting at 124% above the UK average, may be linked to Halloween-related activity or changes in retail patterns. Conversely, burglary fell sharply by 63.6% (from 11 to 4), a decline that contrasts with the national average. Public order offences also dropped by 52.4%, from 21 to 10, a decrease that could reflect seasonal changes in community activity. Robbery and theft from the person each doubled compared to September, though these remain below the UK average for their categories. The data also reveals a significant imbalance in crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for nearly half of all incidents. This concentration may be influenced by local demographics or the area's character as a built-up region within Swale.

Faversham's crime rate in October 2023 fell to 8.4 per 1,000 residents, a 9.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.3. This decline brings the area closer to the UK average, though it remains 5% above the national benchmark. On a daily basis, 6 crimes were reported each day in October, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 119 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, though this is an aggregate measure and does not reflect daily fluctuations. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the 5% gap from the UK average, Faversham's rate is relatively stable compared to the previous month. Local factors such as seasonal changes and community initiatives may have contributed to this shift without further data. The comparison to the UK average underscores the need for continued monitoring of local trends, particularly in categories where Faversham significantly diverges from national norms.