Crime Rate in Burnham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Burnham

The total recorded crimes in Burnham, Dartford, UK in February 2025 are around 41 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Burnham crime rate of 3.67 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Burnham, encompassing approximately 11,166 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (15.38% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (10) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
Burnham Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • William Mundy Way with total crimes: 12
  • Station Approach with total crimes: 4
  • James Smith Court with total crimes: 4

How safe is Burnham?

To understand the safety of Burnham, we need to analyze Burnham crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Dartford:

    • In 2024, Burnham reported a higher crime volume than the Dartford average, with 741 crimes compared to 725. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Burnham witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Burnham experienced a greater number of crimes than the Dartford average, with 777 crimes compared to 647. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Burnham witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Dartford, Burnham has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Burnham Crime Statstics

In February 2025 the Burnham has recorded 41 crimes with crime rate of 3.67 ranking 9th out of 19 in the Dartford, UK

In 2024, the total Burnham crimes were 741. The crime rate of Burnham in 2024 was 66.36 (year) or 5.53 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Dartford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Burnham were around 777 crimes with yearly crime rate of 69.58 (year) or 5.80 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Dartford.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Dartford)CrimesRank (Dartford)CrimesRank (Dartford)
Stone Castle231 12,585 12,174 1
Town75 41,476 31,455 2
Temple Hill130 21,491 2963 5
Stone House77 31,240 41,147 3
Swanscombe49 8976 51,114 4
Newtown52 5637 10589 8
Bean & Village Park49 6682 7403 11
Princes49 7673 8709 7
Greenhithe & Knockhall32 14658 9527 9
Longfield, New Barn & Southfleet32 13427 12409 10
Darenth38 10320 17295 17
Ebbsfleet32 12439 11282 18
Brent34 11425 13391 12
Maypole & Leyton Cross14 19388 14377 13
Wilmington, Sutton-at-Hone & Hawley26 17324 16369 14
West Hill29 15371 15343 15
Heath27 16287 18322 16
Bridge14 18191 19101 20
Joyden's Wood8 20172 20185 19

Burnham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (11 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (21 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
April 20241
March 20242

A total of 36 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20245
July 20243
June 20244
May 20241
April 20243
March 20247

A total of 44 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. March 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20255
December 20244
November 20241
October 20244
September 20242
August 20246
July 20242
May 20245
April 20245
March 20249

A total of 189 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202515
January 202513
December 202412
November 202410
October 202418
September 20249
August 202419
July 202410
June 202432
May 202410
April 202414
March 202427

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20244
March 20242

A total of 55 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20255
January 20256
December 20242
November 20242
October 20245
September 20242
August 20244
July 20247
June 202412
May 20243
April 20244
March 20243

A total of 92 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20253
December 20249
October 20246
September 20248
August 20249
July 20247
June 202414
May 202411
April 202411
March 202410

A total of 163 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202510
January 202510
December 202412
November 202411
October 20249
September 202411
August 202421
July 202417
June 202424
May 202423
April 20246
March 20249

A total of 32 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20245
November 20244
October 20246
September 20242
August 20244
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20241
March 20241

A total of 46 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20254
December 20244
November 20243
October 20245
September 20241
August 20243
July 20245
June 20244
May 202410
April 20242
March 20245

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
November 20241
August 20241
May 20241
March 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241
March 20241

A total of 10 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
August 20244
July 20242
May 20241
March 20242

High Crime Locations Burnham in February 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Burnham postcode area is presented below.

1. William Mundy Way (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting7
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Station Approach (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
3. James Smith Court (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Shirley Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
5. Kenwyn Road (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Priory Road (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Anne Of Cleves Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. Burnham Crescent (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
10. Chatsworth Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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