Crime Rate in Chatham Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chatham Central

The total recorded crimes in Chatham Central, Medway, UK in March 2025 are around 193 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chatham Central crime rate of 2.58 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 Chatham Central, encompassing approximately 74,768 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (94) incidents (11.90% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (28) incidents (12.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (14) incidents (7.69% increase)
Chatham Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Natal Road with total crimes: 13
  • Ordnance Terrace with total crimes: 8
  • Bryant Street with total crimes: 7

How safe is Chatham Central?

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

  • Relative to Medway:

    • In 2024, Chatham Central reported a higher crime volume than the Medway average, with 2,791 crimes compared to 1,549. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Chatham Central witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Chatham Central experienced a greater number of crimes than the Medway average, with 2,850 crimes compared to 1,454. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Chatham Central witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Chatham Central Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Chatham Central has recorded 193 crimes with crime rate of 2.58 ranking 5th out of 21 in the Medway, UK

In 2024, the total Chatham Central crimes were 2,791. The crime rate of Chatham Central in 2024 was 37.33 (year) or 3.11 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Medway.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chatham Central were around 2,850 crimes with yearly crime rate of 38.12 (year) or 3.18 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Medway.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Medway)CrimesRank (Medway)CrimesRank (Medway)
Gillingham North264 23,301 23,273 1
River356 14,210 12,646 4
Gillingham South218 43,279 33,194 2
Luton and Wayfield244 32,449 52,399 5
Strood South185 62,336 62,107 6
Rochester West137 71,947 71,882 7
Strood North126 81,632 81,563 8
Rochester East87 141,170 121,226 9
Rochester South and Horsted111 91,289 91,137 12
Twydall96 121,178 111,219 10
Peninsula107 111,237 101,210 11
Strood Rural109 101,067 13976 14
Watling88 131,036 141,036 13
Rainham North64 16959 15902 15
Walderslade66 15679 18718 18
Princes Park64 17788 16868 16
Rainham South39 21715 17725 17
Hempstead and Wigmore46 18414 21365 21
Lordswood and Capstone45 19557 20707 19
Rainham Central45 20643 19619 20
Cuxton and Halling23 22391 22361 22

Chatham 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 (94 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (28 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 84 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 25 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (85 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 88 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (77 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (87 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (25 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (91 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (21 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (95 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (38 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 108 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 36 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (202 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (90 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (93 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (37 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (90 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (32 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 1194 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 99.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 202 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202594
February 202584
January 202585
December 202488
November 202477
October 202487
September 202491
August 202495
July 2024108
June 2024202
May 202493
April 202490

A total of 228 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202513
January 202516
December 202421
November 202411
October 202412
September 202420
August 202415
July 202411
June 202450
May 202422
April 202423

A total of 194 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.17 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202513
January 202519
December 202413
November 202414
October 202415
September 202417
August 202420
July 202413
June 202424
May 202425
April 202411

A total of 79 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20258
January 20256
December 20245
November 20243
October 20247
September 20246
August 20248
July 20248
June 20248
May 20247
April 20248

A total of 106 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20259
January 20253
December 202412
November 20249
October 202413
September 20249
August 20246
July 20249
June 20248
May 20248
April 202411

A total of 400 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 33.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 90 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202528
February 202525
January 202519
December 202421
November 202428
October 202425
September 202421
August 202438
July 202436
June 202490
May 202437
April 202432

A total of 14 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
May 20242

A total of 126 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20254
January 20256
December 20246
November 202411
October 202416
September 20247
August 202416
July 20246
June 202424
May 202410
April 202412

A total of 75 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20255
January 20252
December 20245
November 20247
October 20244
September 202410
August 20245
July 20244
June 202412
May 20243
April 20247

A total of 90 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20258
January 20256
December 20244
November 20247
October 20245
September 202416
August 20249
July 20246
June 202414
May 20246
April 20246

A total of 29 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.64 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
September 20244
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 81 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20259
January 20254
December 20244
November 202411
October 202411
September 20242
August 20248
July 20242
June 20244
May 202410
April 202410

A total of 21 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
May 20241
April 20242

High Crime Locations Chatham Central in March 2025

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

1. Natal Road (Map)
Total13
Shoplifting7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
2. Ordnance Terrace (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
3. Bryant Street (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences6
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Steven Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
5. Central Park Gardens (Map)
Total6
Other theft2
Shoplifting2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Charles Street (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Mozart Court (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime2
8. King Edward Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary1
9. Glencoe Road (Map)
Total5
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
10. Tedbury Court (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1

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