Crime Rate in Rainham Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rainham Central

The total recorded crimes in Rainham Central, Medway, UK in July 2025 are around 72 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rainham Central crime rate of 2.23 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 Rainham Central, encompassing approximately 32,333 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (27) incidents (-12.90% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
Rainham Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 13
  • Henley Close with total crimes: 5
  • Cherry Tree Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is Rainham Central?

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

  • Relative to Medway:

    • In 2024, Rainham Central demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Medway average, with 643 crimes compared to 1549.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rainham Central recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 21 other areas in the Medway.

    • In 2023, Rainham Central had fewer crimes than the Medway average, with 619 crimes compared to 1,454. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rainham Central recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 21 other areas in the Medway.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rainham Central Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Rainham Central has recorded 72 crimes with crime rate of 2.23 ranking 16th out of 21 in the Medway, UK

In 2024, the total Rainham Central crimes were 643. The crime rate of Rainham Central in 2024 was 19.89 (year) or 1.66 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Medway.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rainham Central were around 619 crimes with yearly crime rate of 19.14 (year) or 1.60 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Medway.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rainham Central)CrimesRank (Rainham Central)CrimesRank (Rainham Central)
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 South60 18715 17725 17
Walderslade52 20679 18718 18
Lordswood and Capstone54 19557 20707 19
Hempstead and Wigmore41 21414 21365 21
Cuxton and Halling29 22391 22361 22

Rainham Central 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 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 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 (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 101 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 20258
May 202512
April 20258
March 20257
February 20256
January 20254
December 20247
November 20248
October 20247
September 202413
August 20247

A total of 45 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20257
February 20258
January 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20242
September 20248
August 20243

A total of 263 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.92 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202527
June 202531
May 202533
April 202512
March 202521
February 202527
January 202524
December 202423
November 202415
October 202425
September 202415
August 202410

A total of 46 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20258
May 20253
April 20252
March 20253
February 20253
January 20257
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 19 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.71 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
April 20251
January 20257
December 20244
November 20241
August 20242

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
November 20241

A total of 26 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20257
April 20253
March 20253
January 20254
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 57 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.70 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20258
May 20256
April 20255
March 20255
February 20252
January 20252
December 20248
November 20246
September 20246

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.22 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
November 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Rainham Central in July 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total13
Shoplifting9
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Henley Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
3. Cherry Tree Road (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
6. Cherry Amber Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
7. Swain Road (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Sherlodge Mews (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Other theft1
9. Elmstone Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. The Mailyns (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1

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