Faversham Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 20,534 residents, Faversham recorded 209 crimes in October 2025, equating to a crime rate of 10.2 per 1,000 people. This places the area 32.5% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a significant disparity that reflects local patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, contributing 80 incidents (38.3% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (39 cases, 18.7%) and vehicle crime (19 cases, 9.1%). These figures highlight a marked imbalance in the crime profile compared to the UK, where violence and sexual offences typically account for around 2.7 per 1,000. The seasonal context of October—shorter daylight hours and the approach of Halloween—may partly explain the elevated levels of anti-social behaviour and violence, as darker evenings can heighten perceived risk and alter community dynamics. Faversham’s built-up area within Swale, which includes a mix of residential and commercial zones, likely contributes to the concentration of property crimes and public order issues. While the town’s proximity to coastal areas might suggest lower crime rates, the data indicates a more combination of local demographics and environmental factors. The dominance of violent crime over property crime contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes often outnumber violent ones, suggesting unique social or economic pressures in Faversham. This context is critical for understanding how local policies and community initiatives might be tailored to address these specific challenges.

October 2025 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, including vehicle crime (111.1% rise from 9 to 19 cases) and other theft (125% increase from 4 to 9). These jumps, alongside a 75% rise in drug-related incidents, indicate shifting patterns that may reflect seasonal or localised factors. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 41.8% (from 67 to 39 cases), possibly linked to the end of school terms or reduced public gatherings in October. The violent crime category remained significantly above the UK average (47% higher) and accounted for nearly 40% of all incidents, a stark contrast to the UK’s typically lower violent crime share. Vehicle crime, at 0.9 per 1,000 residents, was 114% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in parking infrastructure or vehicle security measures. Burglary rates in Faversham were 33% below the UK average (0.2 vs 0.3 per 1,000), a figure that may reflect the area’s lower population density or effective local policing strategies. Residents might find the 7.1% monthly decrease in overall crime rates (from 11.0 to 10.2 per 1,000) reassuring, though the persistent above-average violent crime rates remain a pressing concern for community safety.

Faversham’s crime rate in October 2025 (10.2 per 1,000) marked a 7.1% decline from the previous month’s rate of 11.0, indicating a slight but measurable improvement. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 7 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to a local monthly exposure of 1 crime for every 98 residents. This ratio underscores the relative frequency of crime within the community, though it remains distinct from UK-wide comparisons, as the UK does not provide a standardised daily crime metric. When scaled to Faversham’s population of 20,534, the 209 total crimes highlight the impact of crime on a per-capita basis—each resident faces a 1-in-98 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime over the course of the month. This figure is particularly striking when compared to the UK average, where the monthly exposure is typically lower due to broader geographical distribution and differing demographic profiles. While the overall rate has decreased slightly, the persistent elevation of violent crime and anti-social behaviour above UK levels suggests that targeted interventions may be necessary to address these disparities. The contrast between Faversham’s property crime trends (vehicle crime 114% above UK average) and its relatively lower burglary rates (33% below UK average) further illustrates the need for nuanced approaches to crime prevention, tailored to the area’s specific vulnerabilities.