Teynham Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Teynham's July 2025 crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents remains 36% below the UK average of 8.6, continuing a pattern of sustained safety that reflects the area's coastal, low-density character. The breakdown reveals anti-social behaviour as the most prevalent category (32% of total crimes), followed by violence and sexual offences (28.6%) and criminal damage and arson (17.9%). This distribution aligns with seasonal dynamics typical of summer months in coastal built-up areas, where increased foot traffic and events may contribute to anti-social behaviour, while the absence of school terms and reduced public transport usage could explain lower violent crime rates. The UK comparison highlights Teynham's exceptional performance in violent crime, with its rate 47% below the national average, a figure consistent with the area's small population and limited urban density. However, the rise in criminal damage and arson—now 64% above the UK average—suggests a need for targeted interventions in public spaces, particularly during peak summer events. The overall crime rate, while low, shows a nuanced picture: property-related offences (including anti-social behaviour and criminal damage) account for 68% of incidents, contrasting with the UK's higher proportion of violent crime. This mix may reflect Teynham's reliance on tourism and seasonal festivals, which can drive both community engagement and occasional disorder. The low crime rate, combined with the UK's higher average, reinforces the area's status as a relatively safe destination, though the specific nature of local challenges—particularly in property crime—requires continued attention from local authorities.

July saw a dramatic 150% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 2 to 5 incidents. This surge, coupled with 100% growth in both other theft and theft from the person, contrasts sharply with a 52.9% decline in violence and sexual offences—falling from 17 to 8 cases. The shift in crime mix suggests a seasonal realignment, with property-related offences rising as violent crime dropped. Anti-social behaviour, though down from June, remains 16% above the UK average of 1.6 per 1,000, indicating a persistent local challenge. The area's violent crime rate is 47% below the UK average, a disparity consistent with Teynham's character as a low-density coastal built-up area. Residents may find the 1-in-181 monthly exposure rate particularly relevant, illustrating the rarity of crime in this small community despite the summer tourism peak.

Teynham's crime rate in July 2025 fell by 6.7% compared to June's 5.9 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a sustained downward trend. With 28 crimes reported over 31 days, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day—equivalent to a 1-in-181 resident likelihood of being directly affected over the month. This monthly exposure rate, while low, underscores the rarity of crime in a small built-up area. The decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of summer months in coastal regions like Swale, where tourism peaks but community policing efforts often intensify. While daily crime counts remain stable, the shift in crime type distribution—particularly the drop in violence and sexual offences—suggests evolving local dynamics. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Teynham's safety profile continues to diverge from national averages, with its crime rate remaining 36% below the UK's 8.6 per 1,000. These figures, when contextualised against the area's small population, highlight the disproportionate impact of targeted interventions or natural seasonal variations in criminal activity.