Crime Rate in Whitehill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Whitehill

The total recorded crimes in Whitehill, Gravesham, UK in March 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whitehill crime rate of 2.20 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 Whitehill, encompassing approximately 15,420 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Whitehill Crime Hotspots

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

  • St Alban'S Gardens with total crimes: 5
  • St Alban'S Close with total crimes: 3
  • Ivy Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Whitehill?

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

  • Relative to Gravesham:

    • In 2024, Whitehill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Gravesham average, with 477 crimes compared to 752.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Whitehill recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 17 other cities.

    • In 2023, Whitehill had fewer crimes than the Gravesham average, with 566 crimes compared to 702. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Whitehill witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 17 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Gravesham, Whitehill has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Whitehill Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Whitehill has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 2.20 ranking 10th out of 17 in the Gravesham, UK

In 2024, the total Whitehill crimes were 477. The crime rate of Whitehill in 2024 was 30.93 (year) or 2.58 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Gravesham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Whitehill were around 566 crimes with yearly crime rate of 36.70 (year) or 3.06 (month) ranking 9 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
Singlewell80 6991 6800 7
Woodlands61 7737 8713 8
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

Whitehill Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Vehicle crime 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 21 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (18 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 40 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20245
October 20245
September 20248
August 20243
July 20241
June 20246
May 20243
April 20242

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

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
December 20242
November 20244
October 20248
September 20243
August 20242
July 20245
June 20244
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 120 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202521
January 20256
December 202413
November 20248
October 20249
September 20247
August 20249
July 20244
June 20248
May 202410
April 202410

A total of 87 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20249
November 20241
October 202412
September 20248
August 20248
July 20245
June 202418
May 20249
April 202411

A total of 43 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20241
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241
June 202416
May 20245
April 20243

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

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20242
April 20241

A total of 44 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20246
November 20247
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 20 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.86 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
June 20248
April 20242

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20244
June 20246
April 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20242
October 20243
September 20243
July 20241
June 20244
April 20243

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
September 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Whitehill in March 2025

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

1. St Alban'S Gardens (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs2
2. St Alban'S Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
3. Ivy Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Whitehill Parade (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Jellicoe Avenue West (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Ferndale Road (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Portland Avenue (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Thomas Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Avon Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Winchester Crescent (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1

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