Crime Rate in Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow

The total recorded crimes in Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow, Swale, UK in July 2025 are around 44 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow crime rate of 42.96 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 Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow, encompassing approximately 1,024 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (19) incidents (375.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (10.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (7) incidents (250.00% increase)
Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow Crime Hotspots

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

  • Sharfleet Crescent with total crimes: 5
  • Lapwing Drive with total crimes: 4
  • School Lane with total crimes: 3

How safe is Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow?

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

  • Relative to Swale:

    • In 2024, Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Swale average, with 266 crimes compared to 742.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 23 other areas in the Swale.

    • In 2023, Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow had fewer crimes than the Swale average, with 332 crimes compared to 695. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 23 other areas in the Swale.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Swale, Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow has recorded 44 crimes with crime rate of 42.96 ranking 19th out of 23 in the Swale, UK

In 2024, the total Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow crimes were 266. The crime rate of Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow in 2024 was 259.69 (year) or 21.64 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Swale.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow were around 332 crimes with yearly crime rate of 324.12 (year) or 27.01 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Swale.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow)CrimesRank (Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow)CrimesRank (Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow)
Sheerness255 13,076 12,788 1
Roman161 31,972 22,198 2
Sheppey East161 21,457 3888 5
Queenborough and Halfway77 61,003 4999 3
Milton Regis76 7841 6910 4
Murston91 4866 5885 6
Abbey77 5795 8876 7
Sheppey Central74 8809 7600 10
Chalkwell61 10726 9845 8
Homewood49 14677 10668 9
Watling62 9563 11532 12
Teynham and Lynsted48 15474 15558 11
St Ann's54 11369 20326 21
Minster Cliffs48 16561 12439 13
Borden and Grove Park53 12522 14417 15
The Meads36 21547 13351 17
Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch51 13460 16421 14
Kemsley46 17447 17391 16
Woodstock19 23298 21340 18
Priory45 18388 18306 22
Boughton and Courtenay42 20385 19334 19
West Downs22 22173 23149 23
East Downs12 24137 24134 24

Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (3 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 (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 55 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 20254
May 20256
April 20253
March 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20246
September 20244
August 20246

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 23 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20252
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 106 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202510
May 202510
April 202510
March 202516
February 20254
January 20258
December 20246
November 20243
October 202412
September 20245
August 202411

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20252
February 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
December 20242
October 20241

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
August 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20251

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

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
January 20251
December 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241

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

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow postcode area is presented below.

1. Sharfleet Crescent (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft2
2. Lapwing Drive (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
3. School Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
4. All Saints Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Curlew Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
6. Landrail Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Wardwell Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Elm Tree Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
9. Sanderling Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. The Street (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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