Crime Rate in Rochester East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rochester East

The total recorded crimes in Rochester East, Medway, UK in March 2025 are around 87 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rochester East crime rate of 2.14 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 Rochester East, encompassing approximately 40,709 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (35) incidents (29.63% increase)
  • Other theft: (12) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (60.00% increase)
Rochester East Crime Hotspots

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

  • King Street with total crimes: 10
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 8
  • Summerson Close with total crimes: 8

How safe is Rochester East?

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

  • Relative to Medway:

    • In 2024, Rochester East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Medway average, with 1170 crimes compared to 1549.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rochester East recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Rochester East had fewer crimes than the Medway average, with 1,226 crimes compared to 1,454. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Rochester East witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rochester East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Rochester East has recorded 87 crimes with crime rate of 2.14 ranking 14th out of 21 in the Medway, UK

In 2024, the total Rochester East crimes were 1,170. The crime rate of Rochester East in 2024 was 28.74 (year) or 2.40 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Medway.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rochester East were around 1,226 crimes with yearly crime rate of 30.12 (year) or 2.51 (month) ranking 9 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 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
Rainham Central45 20643 19619 20
Cuxton and Halling23 22391 22361 22

Rochester East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (44 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (98 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (36 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (42 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (34 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (29 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 134 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20255
January 20256
December 20249
November 20249
October 202412
September 20246
August 202412
July 202415
June 202434
May 202411
April 20247

A total of 71 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20256
January 20253
November 20245
October 20244
September 20247
August 20244
July 20246
June 202420
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 55 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20251
January 20254
December 20243
November 20242
October 20246
September 20243
August 20244
July 20241
June 202416
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 143 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202510
January 202513
December 20245
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 202411
July 202412
June 202436
May 202410
April 202429

A total of 489 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 40.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 98 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202535
February 202527
January 202538
December 202431
November 202431
October 202430
September 202444
August 202435
July 202444
June 202498
May 202442
April 202434

A total of 70 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20255
December 20246
November 20248
October 20245
September 20244
August 20243
July 20242
June 202420
May 20246
April 20244

A total of 38 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20244
August 20244
July 20243
June 20244
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 94 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20257
January 20259
December 20244
November 20243
October 20246
September 20243
August 202410
July 20248
June 202422
May 202412
April 20246

A total of 21 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
October 20242
September 20246
August 20241
July 20241
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 9 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
November 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 29 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20243
June 20248
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20243
November 20241
August 20242
July 20241
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
May 20242

High Crime Locations Rochester East in March 2025

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

1. King Street (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences5
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting5
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Summerson Close (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
4. Dombey Close (Map)
Total6
Other crime6
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
6. St Peter Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
7. Hawser Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. High Bank (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
9. Cavendish Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Richard Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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