Ramsgate Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Ramsgate, 12.7 crimes were recorded in June 2025 — 56.8% higher than the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This places the area among the most crime-prone built-up areas in England. The most significant contributors to this rate were violence and sexual offences (40.4% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.9%) and criminal damage and arson (8.8%). These figures align with Ramsgate’s character as a coastal town with a mix of tourist attractions, nightlife venues, and older housing stock, all of which may contribute to higher reported incidents. Seasonal factors likely play a role, as June marks the start of the summer tourism season, increasing foot traffic in public spaces and potentially heightening opportunities for crime. The local retail and hospitality sectors, which thrive during this period, may also drive anti-social behaviour and disorder. While violent crime rates remain high compared to the UK average, property crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle crime are also elevated, suggesting a combination of local economic pressures and transient populations. The data highlights a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, particularly those with dense commercial activity and limited community policing presence.

June 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Bicycle theft surged by 250%, jumping from 2 to 7 incidents — a sharp increase that may reflect the influx of summer tourists arriving by bike or the timing of local festivals. Theft from the person also rose by 200%, with incidents tripling from 1 to 3, potentially linked to the start of the tourist season and increased public gatherings. Robbery rates increased by 133.3%, from 3 to 7 cases, which could be tied to late-night activity in Ramsgate’s nightlife districts. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 31.4%, from 51 to 35, a decline that may indicate improved retail security measures or a shift in criminal focus during the summer. Violent crimes remain starkly above the UK average, with rates 82% higher than the national benchmark. This disparity underscores Ramsgate’s unique challenges, particularly in areas with high concentrations of bars and entertainment venues. Meanwhile, burglary rates fell by 33.3%, from 12 to 8, due to increased home security awareness or seasonal changes in criminal activity patterns. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of local crime trends and the need for adaptive policing strategies.

Ramsgate’s crime rate in June 2025 (12.7 per 1,000) marked a 4.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 13.4 per 1,000, indicating a modest but measurable decline. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 18 crimes per day — a figure that, while locally significant, does not directly compare to UK-wide averages as no national daily crime data is available. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 78 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against Ramsgate’s population of 41,981, illustrates the tangible impact of crime on everyday life. This figure is particularly striking when compared to the UK average, which is roughly 56.8% lower. For residents, this means that the likelihood of encountering crime in Ramsgate is substantially higher than in the average UK location, necessitating heightened awareness of personal safety, especially in high-risk areas. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that while the overall rate has decreased slightly, the concentration of violent and anti-social crimes remains high, reflecting a combination of local factors such as tourism, economic conditions, and community dynamics.