Crime Rate in Rochester South and Horsted: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rochester South and Horsted

The total recorded crimes in Rochester South and Horsted, Medway, UK in May 2025 are around 121 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rochester South and Horsted crime rate of 3.56 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 South and Horsted, encompassing approximately 34,014 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (40) incidents (29.03% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (37) incidents (-7.50% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (15) incidents (87.50% increase)
Rochester South and Horsted Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 36
  • Pattens Lane with total crimes: 11
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 7

How safe is Rochester South and Horsted?

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

  • Relative to Medway:

    • In 2024, Rochester South and Horsted demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Medway average, with 1289 crimes compared to 1549.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Rochester South and Horsted witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 21 other areas in the Medway.

    • In 2023, Rochester South and Horsted had fewer crimes than the Medway average, with 1,137 crimes compared to 1,454. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rochester South and Horsted recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 21 other areas in the Medway.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rochester South and Horsted Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Rochester South and Horsted has recorded 121 crimes with crime rate of 3.56 ranking 8th out of 21 in the Medway, UK

In 2024, the total Rochester South and Horsted crimes were 1,289. The crime rate of Rochester South and Horsted in 2024 was 37.90 (year) or 3.16 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Medway.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rochester South and Horsted were around 1,137 crimes with yearly crime rate of 33.43 (year) or 2.79 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Medway.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rochester South and Horsted)CrimesRank (Rochester South and Horsted)CrimesRank (Rochester South and Horsted)
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 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
Rainham South54 19715 17725 17
Walderslade60 18679 18718 18
Lordswood and Capstone39 20557 20707 19
Hempstead and Wigmore27 22414 21365 21
Cuxton and Halling27 21391 22361 22

Rochester South and Horsted Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (40 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (37 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (40 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (27 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (24 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (36 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (29 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 40 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 32 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (44 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (24 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 149 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 11.46 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202515
April 20258
March 202523
February 20258
January 20256
December 20247
November 20248
October 202410
September 202416
August 20249
July 20248
June 202412
May 202419

A total of 33 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.54 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20245
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 420 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 32.31 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202540
April 202531
March 202532
February 202512
January 202532
December 202429
November 202425
October 202432
September 202424
August 202429
July 202440
June 202466
May 202428

A total of 53 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20248
October 20241
September 202412
August 20243
July 20243
June 202412
May 20243

A total of 21 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 100 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.69 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20257
March 20253
February 20253
January 202511
December 20248
November 20246
October 20246
September 20248
August 202411
July 20246
June 202416
May 20248

A total of 91 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20255
March 20256
February 20255
January 20256
December 202413
November 202410
October 202415
September 20244
August 20243
July 20244
June 20248
May 20247

A total of 85 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.54 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20255
March 20257
February 202512
January 20255
December 20244
November 20245
October 20245
September 20244
August 20247
July 202410
June 202410
May 20245

A total of 363 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 27.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202537
April 202540
March 202527
February 202524
January 202516
December 202412
November 202422
October 202424
September 202425
August 202436
July 202432
June 202444
May 202424

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
January 20251
May 20241

A total of 69 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.31 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20254
March 20256
February 20254
January 20258
December 20244
November 20244
October 20245
September 20246
August 20244
July 20245
June 202410
May 20247

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
July 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Rochester South and Horsted in May 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total36
Shoplifting34
Public order2
2. Pattens Lane (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences8
Criminal damage and arson3
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
4. Stock Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Theft from the person1
5. Hurstwood (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Maidstone Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
7. Beresford Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Kent Close (Map)
Total3
Possession of weapons2
Public order1
9. Hook Close (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Drugs1
10. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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