Crime Rate in Rainham Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rainham Central

The total recorded crimes in Rainham Central, Medway, UK in March 2025 are around 45 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rainham Central crime rate of 1.39 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (-22.22% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
Rainham Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 10
  • Kendal Way with total crimes: 4
  • Crabtree 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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Rainham Central has recorded 45 crimes with crime rate of 1.39 ranking 20th 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.

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
Chatham Central193 52,791 42,850 3
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
Cuxton and Halling23 22391 22361 22

Rainham 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 (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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (62 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 100 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20256
January 20254
December 20247
November 20248
October 20247
September 202413
August 20247
July 20248
June 202412
May 20248
April 202413

A total of 30 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20254
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20244
June 20246
May 20247
April 20242

A total of 277 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202527
January 202524
December 202423
November 202415
October 202425
September 202415
August 202410
July 202414
June 202462
May 202426
April 202415

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
August 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20244
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 51 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20257
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20246
June 202410
May 20247
April 20242

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 44 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.40 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20252
December 20248
November 20246
September 20246
July 20244
June 20246
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 55 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20258
January 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20242
September 20248
August 20243
July 20243
June 202412
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 30 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20257
December 20244
November 20241
August 20242
July 20245
June 20246
May 20242
April 20243

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

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
May 20241
April 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 March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
2. Kendal Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
3. Crabtree Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
4. Church Mews (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Sherlodge Mews (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
6. Lyra Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Guardian Court (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Chamberlain Court (Map)
Total1
Possession of weapons1
9. Petrol Station (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Camellia Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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