Crime Rate in Hempstead and Wigmore: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hempstead and Wigmore

The total recorded crimes in Hempstead and Wigmore, Medway, UK in July 2025 are around 41 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hempstead and Wigmore crime rate of 3.63 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 Hempstead and Wigmore, encompassing approximately 11,296 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (15) incidents (114.29% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (133.33% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Hempstead and Wigmore Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 5
  • Spekes Road with total crimes: 4
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 3

How safe is Hempstead and Wigmore?

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

  • Relative to Medway:

    • In 2024, Hempstead and Wigmore demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Medway average, with 414 crimes compared to 1549.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Hempstead and Wigmore recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 21 other areas in the Medway.

    • In 2023, Hempstead and Wigmore had fewer crimes than the Medway average, with 365 crimes compared to 1,454. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Hempstead and Wigmore recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 21 other areas in the Medway.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Hempstead and Wigmore Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Hempstead and Wigmore has recorded 41 crimes with crime rate of 3.63 ranking 21th out of 21 in the Medway, UK

In 2024, the total Hempstead and Wigmore crimes were 414. The crime rate of Hempstead and Wigmore in 2024 was 36.65 (year) or 3.05 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Medway.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hempstead and Wigmore were around 365 crimes with yearly crime rate of 32.31 (year) or 2.69 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the Medway.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hempstead and Wigmore)CrimesRank (Hempstead and Wigmore)CrimesRank (Hempstead and Wigmore)
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
Cuxton and Halling29 22391 22361 22

Hempstead and Wigmore Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (7 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 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 15 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Drugs (3 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 76 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 20257
May 20259
April 20257
March 20256
February 20256
January 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20245
September 20246
August 20246

A total of 139 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 20256
May 202510
April 202511
March 202521
February 202515
January 20253
December 202419
November 202414
October 20247
September 20246
August 202413

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
April 20252
March 20251
November 20241
October 20243
August 20241

A total of 49 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
May 20254
April 20255
March 20256
February 20255
January 20251
December 20241
November 20246
October 20249
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 30 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
March 20255
January 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 18 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
November 20247
September 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20251
October 20241

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20255
February 20254
January 20252
December 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
December 20241

A total of 26 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20246
August 20242

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

MonthCount
April 20251

High Crime Locations Hempstead and Wigmore in July 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting4
Public order1
2. Spekes Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Robbery1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
4. Foulds Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Gilbert Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Rutland Place (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
7. The Old Carriageway (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Eleanor Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Harty Avenue (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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