Crime Rate in Lordswood and Capstone: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lordswood and Capstone

The total recorded crimes in Lordswood and Capstone, Medway, UK in July 2025 are around 54 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lordswood and Capstone crime rate of 2.53 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 Lordswood and Capstone, encompassing approximately 21,321 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (19) incidents (5.56% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (8) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Lordswood and Capstone Crime Hotspots

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

  • Weybridge Close with total crimes: 7
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 5
  • Kestrel Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is Lordswood and Capstone?

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

  • Relative to Medway:

    • In 2024, Lordswood and Capstone demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Medway average, with 557 crimes compared to 1549.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Lordswood and Capstone recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 21 other areas in the Medway.

    • In 2023, Lordswood and Capstone had fewer crimes than the Medway average, with 707 crimes compared to 1,454. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Lordswood and Capstone recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 21 other areas in the Medway.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Lordswood and Capstone Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Lordswood and Capstone has recorded 54 crimes with crime rate of 2.53 ranking 19th out of 21 in the Medway, UK

In 2024, the total Lordswood and Capstone crimes were 557. The crime rate of Lordswood and Capstone in 2024 was 26.12 (year) or 2.18 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Medway.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lordswood and Capstone were around 707 crimes with yearly crime rate of 33.16 (year) or 2.76 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Medway.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lordswood and Capstone)CrimesRank (Lordswood and Capstone)CrimesRank (Lordswood and Capstone)
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
Hempstead and Wigmore41 21414 21365 21
Cuxton and Halling29 22391 22361 22

Lordswood and Capstone Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 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 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , 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 (17 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 204 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 202521
May 202514
April 202522
March 202514
February 202511
January 202515
December 202416
November 202421
October 202414
September 202417
August 202421

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
December 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 78 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202512
May 20256
April 20259
March 20256
February 20255
January 20254
December 20242
November 20242
October 20248
September 20248
August 20248

A total of 34 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20252
April 20254
March 20253
February 20254
January 20253
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.10 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 144 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 202518
May 20259
April 202514
March 202516
February 202512
January 20255
December 20244
November 20247
October 202412
September 202411
August 202417

A total of 24 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 19 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
August 20243

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
November 20241
October 20244
August 20241

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
November 20243

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

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
November 20241

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Lordswood and Capstone in July 2025

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

1. Weybridge Close (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Kestrel Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Richmond Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
5. Bromley Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft1
6. Lambeth Close (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Croydon Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Coombe Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Dane Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Farley Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2

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