Crime Rate in Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell

The total recorded crimes in Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell, Dover, UK in March 2025 are around 51 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell crime rate of 5.55 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 Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell, encompassing approximately 9,186 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (23) incidents (27.78% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (9) incidents (125.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Chaucer Road with total crimes: 4
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4
  • Clints Lane with total crimes: 3

How safe is Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell?

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

  • Relative to Dover:

    • In 2024, Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell reported a higher crime volume than the Dover average, with 817 crimes compared to 738. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell had fewer crimes than the Dover average, with 705 crimes compared to 719. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Dover, Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell has recorded 51 crimes with crime rate of 5.55 ranking 8th out of 16 in the Dover, UK

In 2024, the total Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell crimes were 817. The crime rate of Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell in 2024 was 88.94 (year) or 7.41 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Dover.

In 2023, the total crimes in Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell were around 705 crimes with yearly crime rate of 76.74 (year) or 6.40 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Dover.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Dover)CrimesRank (Dover)CrimesRank (Dover)
Town & Castle201 13,001 12,898 1
St Radigunds87 21,287 21,431 2
Tower Hamlets65 5953 3963 3
North Deal72 3824 4841 4
Buckland71 4757 6831 5
Eastry Rural64 6601 9633 8
Sandwich54 7700 7639 7
Middle Deal51 9654 8592 9
Mill Hill49 10558 10502 10
Whitfield39 11485 12451 11
Walmer34 12528 11437 12
Guston, Kingsdown & St Margaret's-at-Cliffe15 16353 13294 13
Maxton & Elms Vale25 13314 14294 14
Little Stour & Ashstone19 14288 15277 15
Dover Downs & River18 15254 16260 16
Alkham & Capel-le-Ferne14 17180 17171 17

Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 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 (11 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (68 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (31 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 68 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20254
January 20255
December 20241
November 20247
October 20246
September 20245
August 20245
July 20245
June 20248
May 20248
April 20245

A total of 352 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 29.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 68 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 202518
January 202522
December 202423
November 202426
October 202423
September 202420
August 202427
July 202438
June 202468
May 202433
April 202431

A total of 52 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20244
October 20245
September 20244
August 20244
July 20244
June 202414
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 97 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20257
January 20257
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20247
August 202411
July 202413
June 202418
May 20249
April 20245

A total of 48 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20258
November 20247
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 202418
May 20241
April 20246

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 13 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 41 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20257
December 20241
November 20246
October 20241
September 20241
August 20245
July 20243
June 20248
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 52 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20259
December 20242
November 202410
October 20246
September 20241
August 20244
July 20242
June 20248
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 21 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20242
November 20247
October 20243
September 20241
July 20242
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 30 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20254
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
July 20244
June 202410
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
June 20242

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

MonthCount
August 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20242

High Crime Locations Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell postcode area is presented below.

1. Chaucer Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Possession of weapons2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Clints Lane (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Sycamore Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
5. Nightingale Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Rogers Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Heritage Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Kings Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. New Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Shooters Hill (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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