Crime Rate in Singlewell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Singlewell

The total recorded crimes in Singlewell, Gravesham, UK in March 2025 are around 80 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Singlewell crime rate of 3.04 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 Singlewell, encompassing approximately 26,327 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (31) incidents (40.91% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (160.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (11) incidents (57.14% increase)
Singlewell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Mallory Close with total crimes: 7
  • Livingstone Gardens with total crimes: 7
  • Hawkins Avenue with total crimes: 7

How safe is Singlewell?

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

  • Relative to Gravesham:

    • In 2024, Singlewell reported a higher crime volume than the Gravesham average, with 991 crimes compared to 752. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Singlewell witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 17 other cities.

    • In 2023, Singlewell experienced a greater number of crimes than the Gravesham average, with 800 crimes compared to 702. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Singlewell witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 17 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Singlewell Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Singlewell has recorded 80 crimes with crime rate of 3.04 ranking 6th out of 17 in the Gravesham, UK

In 2024, the total Singlewell crimes were 991. The crime rate of Singlewell in 2024 was 37.64 (year) or 3.14 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Gravesham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Singlewell were around 800 crimes with yearly crime rate of 30.39 (year) or 2.53 (month) ranking 7 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
Central58 81,065 5842 6
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

Singlewell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Drugs (20 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Drugs (18 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (31 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (33 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (42 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (20 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 Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 325 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202522
January 202518
December 202420
November 202415
October 202430
September 202431
August 202433
July 202417
June 202442
May 202435
April 202431

A total of 108 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20257
January 202520
December 202411
November 202418
October 20246
September 20248
August 20242
July 20244
June 202412
May 20245
April 20244

A total of 176 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20255
January 20253
December 20248
November 20248
October 202414
September 202415
August 202415
July 202414
June 202442
May 202420
April 202419

A total of 102 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20254
January 20256
December 20245
November 20248
October 20249
September 20248
August 20248
July 20246
June 202416
May 20249
April 202412

A total of 34 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20254
December 20244
November 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20246
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 62 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20246
September 20247
August 202413
July 202410
June 202412
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 62 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20253
December 20245
November 20245
October 20244
September 20244
August 20245
July 20247
June 202412
May 20244
April 20244

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

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20243
November 20246
October 20242
September 20242
August 20245
July 20242
June 20248
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 39 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
December 20241
November 20245
October 20248
September 20242
August 20242
June 20244
May 20242
April 20248

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20241
August 20243
April 20241

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20243
May 20241
April 20242

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
October 20241
June 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations Singlewell in March 2025

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

1. Mallory Close (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
2. Livingstone Gardens (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft1
3. Hawkins Avenue (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs1
Other theft1
4. Princes Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Other theft1
5. Miskin Way (Map)
Total6
Drugs4
Burglary1
Public order1
6. Wilberforce Way (Map)
Total6
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Codrington Crescent (Map)
Total5
Drugs3
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Chichester Rise (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
9. Ruffets Wood (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Ash Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1

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