Faversham Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Faversham’s crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents in January 2025 places it 5.6% above the UK average, a marginal but notable difference. This position reflects a combination of local factors and broader national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime picture, accounting for 34% of all incidents, a figure consistent with the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour and shoplifting also stand out, with the former 12% above the national rate and the latter 29% above. These patterns may be influenced by Faversham’s character as a built-up area within Swale, where retail hubs and community spaces intersect with residential zones. The post-holiday period in January typically sees reduced footfall in commercial areas, which may explain the 22.4% drop in violence and sexual offences compared to December. However, the rise in property crime—particularly burglary, shoplifting, and other theft—suggests vulnerabilities in securing homes and retail premises during colder months. The seasonal context of shorter days and reduced outdoor activity may also contribute to a shift in crime focus toward indoor spaces. While Faversham’s crime rate is slightly higher than the UK average, the distribution of crime types mirrors national patterns, indicating that local conditions are broadly aligned with those of similar-sized communities.

January saw a 125% increase in burglary, with reported cases rising from four to nine. This jump, though still low in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal factors such as colder weather encouraging indoor activity or post-holiday homecomings. Bicycle theft also doubled, from one to two incidents, potentially linked to short-term increases in cycling during colder months. Other thefts surged by 100%, rising from seven to 14, a shift that could indicate targeted opportunistic crime in high-traffic areas. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 30%, due to reduced footfall in retail and leisure spaces during January’s shorter days. Violence and sexual offences fell by 22.4%, aligning with the post-holiday lull in nightlife activity typical of the month. These shifts highlight a dynamic crime mix, with property crime outpacing violent crime for the first time in several months.

Faversham’s crime rate in January 2025 remained stable compared to December, with no significant change from the previous month’s rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately five reported crimes each day, reflecting a consistent level of activity over the month. When considering the population, one crime occurred for every 134 residents across January, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. While this rate is slightly above the UK average, the stability in the month-on-month comparison suggests that underlying trends have not shifted dramatically. The population context also highlights that Faversham’s relatively small size means individual incidents are more visible within the community, even if the overall rate aligns with broader national patterns. This balance between local visibility and comparative consistency offers a nuanced view of the area’s crime profile.