Sittingbourne Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Sittingbourne's crime rate in October 2025 stood at 6.7 per 1,000 residents, 13% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure positions the area as relatively safer than the national benchmark, though the distribution of crime types reveals distinct local patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.3% of all crimes, with 126 incidents reported—2.2 per 1,000 residents. This rate was 17% below the UK average for the same category, suggesting a lower prevalence of violent crime in this built-up area compared to other parts of the country. Anti-social behaviour followed as the second most common category, contributing 19.5% of all reported crimes (76 incidents). This rate matched the UK average for the category, indicating a balanced profile in this particular aspect. The most notable outlier, however, was 'Other crime', which saw 17 incidents reported—a 76% increase over the UK average. This category's sharp divergence from national trends raises questions about its composition. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as October's shorter days and the approach of Halloween may have influenced patterns of both anti-social behaviour and property-related crimes. The area's crime profile reflects a mix of typical urban dynamics and occasional spikes in unclassified offences, highlighting the need for continued monitoring.

October 2025 saw a 41.7% increase in 'Other crime', rising from 12 to 17 incidents. This category, which includes unclassified or lesser-known offences, was 76% above the UK average, a stark contrast to other categories like burglary (67% below UK rates) and vehicle crime (29% below). The rise in 'Criminal damage and arson' (+40.5%, 37 to 52) suggests a potential seasonal influence, with Halloween's proximity possibly contributing to targeted vandalism. Conversely, burglary fell by 28.6% (7 to 5), a trend consistent with reduced home occupancy during the month. The breakdown also reveals 'Public order' offences increased by 25% (12 to 15), a category that may reflect heightened social activity in public spaces during October. These shifts highlight a combination of local events and broader crime patterns.

Sittingbourne's crime rate in October 2025 (6.7 per 1,000 residents) marks a 5.6% decline from the previous month's rate of 7.1 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with seasonal patterns typical of October, when darker evenings and the transition from summer to autumn may limit outdoor activity and associated risks. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 148 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in a way that accounts for the area's population of 57,859. On a daily basis, Sittingbourne saw an average of 13 crimes reported each day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the local crime rhythm. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the rate remains below the UK average, the distribution of crime types—particularly the sharp rise in 'Other crime'—suggests a shift in local dynamics that warrants attention.