Crime Rate in Twydall: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Twydall

The total recorded crimes in Twydall, Medway, UK in March 2025 are around 96 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Twydall crime rate of 2.49 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 Twydall, encompassing approximately 38,477 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (43) incidents (34.38% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (20) incidents (17.65% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (9) incidents (80.00% increase)
Twydall Crime Hotspots

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

  • Pump Lane with total crimes: 7
  • Aylward Way with total crimes: 4
  • Twydall Green with total crimes: 4

How safe is Twydall?

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

  • Relative to Medway:

    • In 2024, Twydall demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Medway average, with 1178 crimes compared to 1549.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Twydall witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Twydall had fewer crimes than the Medway average, with 1,219 crimes compared to 1,454. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Twydall witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Twydall Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Twydall has recorded 96 crimes with crime rate of 2.49 ranking 12th out of 21 in the Medway, UK

In 2024, the total Twydall crimes were 1,178. The crime rate of Twydall in 2024 was 30.62 (year) or 2.55 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Medway.

In 2023, the total crimes in Twydall were around 1,219 crimes with yearly crime rate of 31.68 (year) or 2.64 (month) ranking 10 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
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

Twydall Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (43 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 47 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (43 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (51 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (92 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (46 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (46 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 129 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 202510
December 20246
November 20246
October 202412
September 20245
August 202418
July 202414
June 202420
May 202413
April 202411

A total of 38 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

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

A total of 54 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20245
September 20246
August 20245
July 20243
June 20248
May 20248
April 20248

A total of 182 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202517
January 202511
December 202410
November 202415
October 202413
September 202418
August 202420
July 202411
June 202416
May 202414
April 202417

A total of 81 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20257
January 20258
December 20243
November 20248
October 202410
September 202411
August 20244
July 20242
June 202410
May 20244
April 202410

A total of 530 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 44.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 92 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202543
February 202532
January 202538
December 202447
November 202443
October 202425
September 202433
August 202451
July 202434
June 202492
May 202446
April 202446

A total of 27 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20245
September 20241
August 20244
July 20242
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 39 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20245
October 20244
September 20242
August 20243
July 20244
June 202412
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 40 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 24 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
September 20242
June 20242

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
November 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Twydall in March 2025

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

1. Pump Lane (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary1
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
2. Aylward Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
3. Twydall Green (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Beatty Avenue (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Chestfield Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Public order1
7. Bodiam Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Eastcourt Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Brenchley Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1

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