Crime Rate in Cuxton and Halling: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cuxton and Halling

The total recorded crimes in Cuxton and Halling, Medway, UK in July 2025 are around 29 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cuxton and Halling crime rate of 14.04 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 Cuxton and Halling, encompassing approximately 2,064 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (6) incidents (-57.14% decrease)
Cuxton and Halling Crime Hotspots

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

  • Pilgrims Way with total crimes: 4
  • Rochester Road with total crimes: 3
  • Howlsmere Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Cuxton and Halling?

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

  • Relative to Medway:

    • In 2024, Cuxton and Halling demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Medway average, with 391 crimes compared to 1549.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Cuxton and Halling recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 21 other areas in the Medway.

    • In 2023, Cuxton and Halling had fewer crimes than the Medway average, with 361 crimes compared to 1,454. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Cuxton and Halling recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 21 other areas in the Medway.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Medway, Cuxton and Halling has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Cuxton and Halling Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Cuxton and Halling has recorded 29 crimes with crime rate of 14.04 ranking 22th out of 21 in the Medway, UK

In 2024, the total Cuxton and Halling crimes were 391. The crime rate of Cuxton and Halling in 2024 was 189.36 (year) or 15.78 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Medway.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cuxton and Halling were around 361 crimes with yearly crime rate of 174.84 (year) or 14.57 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the Medway.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cuxton and Halling)CrimesRank (Cuxton and Halling)CrimesRank (Cuxton and Halling)
Gillingham North280 23,301 23,273 1
River402 14,210 12,646 4
Gillingham South256 33,279 33,194 2
Chatham Central230 52,791 42,850 3
Luton and Wayfield254 42,449 52,399 5
Strood South170 62,336 62,107 6
Rochester West111 91,947 71,882 7
Rochester South and Horsted130 71,289 91,137 12
Strood North86 141,632 81,563 8
Twydall113 81,178 111,219 10
Rochester East91 131,170 121,226 9
Peninsula111 101,237 101,210 11
Watling103 111,036 141,036 13
Strood Rural101 121,067 13976 14
Rainham North71 17959 15902 15
Princes Park75 15788 16868 16
Rainham Central72 16643 19619 20
Rainham South60 18715 17725 17
Walderslade52 20679 18718 18
Lordswood and Capstone54 19557 20707 19
Hempstead and Wigmore41 21414 21365 21

Cuxton and Halling Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Drugs (14 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , 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 (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 61 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.55 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 20256
April 20256
March 20256
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20246
October 20242
August 202415

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20254
April 20252
March 20251
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 109 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202510
May 20258
April 20258
March 20259
February 20259
January 20257
December 20249
November 20247
October 202411
September 20248
August 202411

A total of 28 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 202514
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 15 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20257
May 20251
April 20252
November 20242
September 20242

A total of 19 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
March 20251
February 20253
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20245

A total of 38 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.80 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20254
April 20253
March 20251
February 20257
January 20256
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20247

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

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20251

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242

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

MonthCount
April 20251
December 20241

High Crime Locations Cuxton and Halling in July 2025

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

1. Pilgrims Way (Map)
Total4
Drugs4
2. Rochester Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
3. Howlsmere Close (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Harold Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Aspdin Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
6. Pilgrims Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Vicarage Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Peters Bridge Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Hillcrest Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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