Crime Rate in Maypole & Leyton Cross: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Maypole & Leyton Cross

The total recorded crimes in Maypole & Leyton Cross, Dartford, UK in July 2025 are around 24 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Maypole & Leyton Cross crime rate of 6.85 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 Maypole & Leyton Cross, encompassing approximately 3,505 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
Maypole & Leyton Cross Crime Hotspots

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

  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 3
  • Sandringham Drive with total crimes: 2
  • Anvil Terrace with total crimes: 2

How safe is Maypole & Leyton Cross?

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

  • Relative to Dartford:

    • In 2024, Maypole & Leyton Cross demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Dartford average, with 388 crimes compared to 725.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Maypole & Leyton Cross recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 19 other areas in the Dartford.

    • In 2023, Maypole & Leyton Cross had fewer crimes than the Dartford average, with 377 crimes compared to 647. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Maypole & Leyton Cross recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 19 other areas in the Dartford.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Dartford, Maypole & Leyton Cross has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Maypole & Leyton Cross Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Maypole & Leyton Cross has recorded 24 crimes with crime rate of 6.85 ranking 18th out of 19 in the Dartford, UK

In 2024, the total Maypole & Leyton Cross crimes were 388. The crime rate of Maypole & Leyton Cross in 2024 was 110.69 (year) or 9.22 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Dartford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Maypole & Leyton Cross were around 377 crimes with yearly crime rate of 107.55 (year) or 8.96 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Dartford.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Maypole & Leyton Cross)CrimesRank (Maypole & Leyton Cross)CrimesRank (Maypole & Leyton Cross)
Stone Castle230 12,585 12,174 1
Town150 21,476 31,455 2
Temple Hill116 41,491 2963 5
Stone House130 31,240 41,147 3
Swanscombe114 5976 51,114 4
Burnham46 12741 6777 6
Princes73 6673 8709 7
Bean & Village Park30 15682 7403 11
Greenhithe & Knockhall62 7658 9527 9
Newtown57 10637 10589 8
Longfield, New Barn & Southfleet60 8427 12409 10
Ebbsfleet58 9439 11282 18
Brent53 11425 13391 12
Wilmington, Sutton-at-Hone & Hawley31 13324 16369 14
Darenth30 14320 17295 17
West Hill27 16371 15343 15
Heath24 17287 18322 16
Joyden's Wood9 20172 20185 19
Bridge10 19191 19101 20

Maypole & Leyton Cross Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 25 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20246
August 20243

A total of 171 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20259
May 202521
April 202527
March 20259
February 20257
January 202512
December 202412
November 202417
October 202410
September 202423
August 202415

A total of 38 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20252
May 20253
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20255
December 20245
November 20241
October 20244
September 20247
August 20241

A total of 22 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20255
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20256
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 23 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20245
October 20242
August 20242

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20252
March 20253
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20255
April 20252
March 20252
January 20251
August 20242

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
December 20241

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
September 20241

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Maypole & Leyton Cross in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Maypole & Leyton Cross postcode area is presented below.

1. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total3
Other crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Sandringham Drive (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Anvil Terrace (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Radzan Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Stedman Close (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Maplehurst Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
7. Heath End Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
8. Heathwood Walk (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
9. Rowhill Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Cameron Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

  • Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
  • Contains Office for National Statistics data licensed under the Open Government Licence v.3.0
  • Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.