Crime Rate in Westcourt: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Westcourt

The total recorded crimes in Westcourt, Gravesham, UK in March 2025 are around 85 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Westcourt crime rate of 3.88 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 Westcourt, encompassing approximately 21,882 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (31) incidents (93.75% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (22) incidents (83.33% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (10) incidents (100.00% increase)
Westcourt Crime Hotspots

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

  • Richmond Drive with total crimes: 10
  • St Patrick'S Gardens with total crimes: 6
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 5

How safe is Westcourt?

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

  • Relative to Gravesham:

    • In 2024, Westcourt reported a higher crime volume than the Gravesham average, with 821 crimes compared to 752. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Westcourt witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 17 other cities.

    • In 2023, Westcourt experienced a greater number of crimes than the Gravesham average, with 867 crimes compared to 702. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Westcourt witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 17 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Westcourt Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Westcourt has recorded 85 crimes with crime rate of 3.88 ranking 4th out of 17 in the Gravesham, UK

In 2024, the total Westcourt crimes were 821. The crime rate of Westcourt in 2024 was 37.52 (year) or 3.13 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Gravesham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Westcourt were around 867 crimes with yearly crime rate of 39.62 (year) or 3.30 (month) ranking 5 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
Central58 81,065 5842 6
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

Westcourt 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 (22 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Criminal damage and arson 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 (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (64 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 123 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202522
February 202512
January 20252
December 20242
November 20246
October 202410
September 20242
August 202419
July 202415
June 202418
May 20248
April 20247

A total of 79 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20255
January 20255
December 20246
November 202410
October 20246
September 20248
August 20244
July 20244
June 202410
May 20247
April 20244

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 64 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202516
January 202532
December 202426
November 202419
October 202423
September 202421
August 202423
July 202425
June 202464
May 202426
April 202419

A total of 21 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 71 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20253
January 20257
December 20247
November 20249
October 20246
September 20246
August 20245
July 20243
June 202410
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 47 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20255
December 20248
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
July 20241
June 202410
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 60 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20246
November 20245
October 20246
September 202411
August 20243
July 20246
June 202410
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20252
November 20245
October 20247
September 20243
August 20241
July 20242
June 20248
May 20244

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

MonthCount
March 20251
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 44 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20257
December 20244
November 20243
October 20245
September 20242
August 20245
July 20242
June 20246
May 20242
April 20244

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

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations Westcourt in March 2025

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

1. Richmond Drive (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences10
2. St Patrick'S Gardens (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour4
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
4. Cruden Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Brown Road (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
6. Hampton Crescent (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft2
7. St Benedict'S Avenue (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Pankhurst Place (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Cervia Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Hibernia Drive (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3

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