Crime Rate in Chalkwell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chalkwell

The total recorded crimes in Chalkwell, Swale, UK in July 2025 are around 61 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chalkwell crime rate of 1.23 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 Chalkwell, encompassing approximately 49,766 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (11) incidents (120.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (-23.08% decrease)
Chalkwell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 16
  • Crown Quay Lane with total crimes: 5
  • Spring Wood Park with total crimes: 4

How safe is Chalkwell?

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

  • Relative to Swale:

    • In 2024, Chalkwell demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Swale average, with 726 crimes compared to 742.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Chalkwell witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 23 other areas in the Swale.

    • In 2023, Chalkwell experienced a greater number of crimes than the Swale average, with 845 crimes compared to 695. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Chalkwell witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 23 other areas in the Swale.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Chalkwell Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Chalkwell has recorded 61 crimes with crime rate of 1.23 ranking 10th out of 23 in the Swale, UK

In 2024, the total Chalkwell crimes were 726. The crime rate of Chalkwell in 2024 was 20.86 (year) or 1.74 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Swale.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chalkwell were around 845 crimes with yearly crime rate of 23.37 (year) or 1.95 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Swale.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chalkwell)CrimesRank (Chalkwell)CrimesRank (Chalkwell)
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
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
Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow44 19266 22332 20
West Downs22 22173 23149 23
East Downs12 24137 24134 24

Chalkwell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 120 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202511
May 20259
April 20258
March 202510
February 20255
January 202512
December 20248
November 202416
October 20248
September 202412
August 202410

A total of 204 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202513
May 202519
April 202515
March 202519
February 202512
January 202519
December 202412
November 202421
October 202426
September 202420
August 202418

A total of 23 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20242

A total of 69 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20258
May 20256
April 20253
March 20259
February 20251
January 20251
December 20245
November 20246
October 202413
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20255
May 20252
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
December 20246
November 20244
October 20244
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 77 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20255
May 202510
April 20256
March 202513
February 20255
January 20254
December 20242
November 20246
October 20245
September 20244
August 20246

A total of 35 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20251
April 20255
March 20252
February 20251
December 20243
November 20246
October 20246
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 17 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20245

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
October 20244
August 20241

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
January 20252
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
December 20241
November 20243

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

High Crime Locations Chalkwell in July 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total16
Shoplifting10
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order2
2. Crown Quay Lane (Map)
Total5
Burglary4
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Spring Wood Park (Map)
Total4
Drugs4
4. Seddingbourne Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Parrett Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
6. Cambria Crescent (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
7. Robertson Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
8. Barkers Court (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
9. Rapson End (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Jubilee Street (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2

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