Crime Rate in Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Central

The total recorded crimes in Central, Gravesham, UK in March 2025 are around 58 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Central crime rate of 0.06 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 Central, encompassing approximately 958,037 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (20) incidents (-41.18% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Drugs: (7) incidents (600.00% increase)
Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • King Street with total crimes: 9
  • South Street with total crimes: 6
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 5

How safe is Central?

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

  • Relative to Gravesham:

    • In 2024, Central reported a higher crime volume than the Gravesham average, with 1,065 crimes compared to 752. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Central witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 17 other cities.

    • In 2023, Central experienced a greater number of crimes than the Gravesham average, with 842 crimes compared to 702. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Central witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 17 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Central Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Central has recorded 58 crimes with crime rate of 0.11 ranking 8th out of 17 in the Gravesham, UK

In 2024, the total Central crimes were 1,065. The crime rate of Central in 2024 was 28.76 (year) or 2.40 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Gravesham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Central were around 842 crimes with yearly crime rate of 24.92 (year) or 2.08 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Gravesham.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Gravesham)CrimesRank (Gravesham)CrimesRank (Gravesham)
Pelham157 12,486 12,175 1
Riverside84 51,601 21,518 2
Northfleet North120 21,362 31,210 3
Northfleet South92 31,255 41,171 4
Westcourt85 4821 7867 5
Singlewell80 6991 6800 7
Woodlands61 7737 8713 8
Whitehill34 10477 10566 9
Coldharbour40 9572 9562 10
Painters Ash31 11466 11512 11
Shorne, Cobham and Luddesdown17 14426 12330 12
Riverview24 12224 16314 13
Higham17 15262 13200 17
Meopham North20 13244 14228 16
Meopham South and Vigo15 17231 15250 14
Istead Rise14 18160 18229 15
Chalk17 16162 17140 18

Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (41 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (13 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 (17 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (64 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 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.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 128 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.67 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20258
January 20257
December 202413
November 202411
October 20247
September 202411
August 202411
July 202417
June 202416
May 20249
April 202411

A total of 37 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.70 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
December 20245
October 20241
September 20243
August 20243
July 20244
June 20246
May 20248

A total of 400 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 33.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 64 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202534
January 202534
December 202437
November 202431
October 202441
September 202423
August 202431
July 202434
June 202464
May 202429
April 202422

A total of 114 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20257
January 20257
December 20242
November 20248
October 202413
September 202413
August 20249
July 202419
June 202418
May 20249
April 20244

A total of 45 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20245
October 20244
September 20241
August 20245
July 20244
June 20246
May 20246
April 20241

A total of 34 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20246
September 20241
August 20242
July 20243
June 202410
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 100 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20255
December 20242
November 20243
October 202411
September 202417
August 202414
July 20248
June 202420
May 20249
April 20243

A total of 95 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20256
January 20256
December 202411
November 20249
October 20249
September 20247
August 202410
July 20249
June 202412
May 20248
April 20245

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20242
November 20241
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 38 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20251
December 20243
November 20245
October 20246
September 20243
August 20244
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 8 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
October 20242
September 20243
April 20241

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

High Crime Locations Central in March 2025

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

1. King Street (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. South Street (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Home Mead Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Milton Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Manor Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Peacock Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
9. Copper Beech Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Canterbury Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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