Crime Rate in Rainham South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rainham South

The total recorded crimes in Rainham South, Medway, UK in May 2025 are around 54 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rainham South crime rate of 1.54 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 South, encompassing approximately 35,019 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (46.15% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (-10.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (9) incidents (80.00% increase)
Rainham South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Lovelace Close with total crimes: 4
  • Willowby Gardens with total crimes: 4
  • Mossy Glade with total crimes: 3

How safe is Rainham South?

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

  • Relative to Medway:

    • In 2024, Rainham South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Medway average, with 715 crimes compared to 1549.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rainham South recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 21 other areas in the Medway.

    • In 2023, Rainham South had fewer crimes than the Medway average, with 725 crimes compared to 1,454. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rainham South recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 21 other areas in the Medway.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rainham South Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Rainham South has recorded 54 crimes with crime rate of 1.54 ranking 19th out of 21 in the Medway, UK

In 2024, the total Rainham South crimes were 715. The crime rate of Rainham South in 2024 was 20.42 (year) or 1.70 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Medway.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rainham South were around 725 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.70 (year) or 1.73 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Medway.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rainham South)CrimesRank (Rainham South)CrimesRank (Rainham South)
Gillingham North330 23,301 23,273 1
River402 14,210 12,646 4
Gillingham South237 53,279 33,194 2
Chatham Central256 32,791 42,850 3
Luton and Wayfield245 42,449 52,399 5
Strood South186 62,336 62,107 6
Rochester West128 71,947 71,882 7
Strood North88 131,632 81,563 8
Rochester South and Horsted121 81,289 91,137 12
Rochester East77 141,170 121,226 9
Twydall108 91,178 111,219 10
Peninsula98 101,237 101,210 11
Strood Rural95 111,067 13976 14
Watling92 121,036 141,036 13
Rainham North70 16959 15902 15
Rainham Central75 15643 19619 20
Princes Park69 17788 16868 16
Walderslade60 18679 18718 18
Lordswood and Capstone39 20557 20707 19
Hempstead and Wigmore27 22414 21365 21
Cuxton and Halling27 21391 22361 22

Rainham South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 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 Criminal damage and arson (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (48 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 113 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.69 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 202510
March 20255
February 20254
January 20256
December 20242
November 20243
October 20247
September 20242
August 202421
July 202417
June 20246
May 202421

A total of 74 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.69 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20255
March 20255
February 20254
January 20255
December 20244
November 20245
October 20244
September 20247
August 20245
July 20245
June 202412
May 20244

A total of 279 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 21.46 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202519
April 202513
March 202516
February 202518
January 202513
December 202419
November 202426
October 202419
September 202415
August 202425
July 202426
June 202448
May 202422

A total of 25 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
March 20251
February 20251
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20241
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 48 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.69 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20256
March 20251
February 20253
January 20254
December 20242
November 20241
October 20244
September 20241
August 20243
July 20247
June 20246
May 20245

A total of 47 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.62 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20254
March 20255
February 20254
January 20254
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20247
August 20247
July 20244
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 35 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20254
March 20251
February 20255
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 202412
May 20242

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 27 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.08 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20254
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20245
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 30 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20243
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20244
August 20241
June 20244

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Rainham South in May 2025

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

1. Lovelace Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Possession of weapons1
2. Willowby Gardens (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
3. Mossy Glade (Map)
Total3
Drugs2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Regency Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Ploughmans Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Honey Bee Glade (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Harcourt Gardens (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
9. Capel Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Crispe Close (Map)
Total2
Burglary2

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