Faversham Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2025, Faversham's crime rate of 11.0 per 1,000 residents placed it 48.6% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the national figure of 7.4 per 1,000. This elevated rate translates to a tangible risk for residents: over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 91 people, a statistic that underscores the frequency of incidents in this built-up area within Swale. The crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences (31.1% of all incidents), anti-social behaviour (29.8%), and shoplifting (11.1%), with the latter two categories far exceeding UK averages by 182% and 97% respectively. These patterns may be influenced by Faversham's role as a commuter town and its proximity to educational institutions, which could contribute to both anti-social behaviour and shoplifting during the back-to-school period. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students, shorter evenings, and the transition from summer to autumn—likely amplifies these trends, as increased foot traffic in retail areas and social hubs creates opportunities for crime. While the overall rate is higher than the UK average, the breakdown reveals a combination of local factors, including the concentration of violent crime and the disproportionate prevalence of anti-social behaviour compared to national benchmarks. This data highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, such as the town centre, where retail presence and social activity may drive certain crime types.

September saw a 100% increase in possession of weapons and drugs, with both categories rising from 1 to 2 and 2 to 4 incidents respectively. This spike, while small in absolute terms, signals a shift in criminal activity that could be linked to the return of students and the start of the academic term. Conversely, robbery fell by 80% (from 5 to 1), and bicycle theft dropped by 71.4% (from 7 to 2), possibly due to increased police presence or seasonal changes in outdoor activity. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 31.1% of all incidents and 32% above the UK average. This underscores a persistent challenge in the area, where violent crime remains a significant concern despite the overall rate decline. Vehicle crime matched the UK average, suggesting that Faversham's infrastructure or traffic patterns may not be uniquely vulnerable to this category.

Faversham's crime rate in September 2025 dropped by 8.1% compared to August, falling from 11.9 to 11.0 per 1,000 residents. This decline, though modest, aligns with seasonal patterns as shorter evenings and the start of the academic term may reduce opportunities for late-night anti-social behaviour and public order offences. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 8 reported crimes per day—a figure that, while locally relevant, does not directly compare to UK-wide averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 91 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents within a tightly knit community. This monthly exposure metric provides a tangible sense of risk: for every 100 residents, slightly more than one crime was recorded, a rate that remains higher than the UK average but shows a directional shift from the prior month. The population context reinforces that these figures, though statistically significant, reflect a relatively small community where each incident carries visible weight.