WD22 Intelligence Updated March 2026Source: Dorset Police Police

Crime in gillingham, dorset

Comprehensive safety analysis for gillingham, localized within dorset.

Total Crimes

51
trending_up +64.5% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

33.95per 1k
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Safety Rating

Low Risk

Total Population

15,524

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences15
Anti-social Behaviour11
Other Theft7
Shoplifting4
Criminal Damage & Arson4
Vehicle Crime3
Burglary3
Public Order2
Other Crime1
Theft from Person1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Paris Court Map
Shoplifting: 2Other crime: 1Other theft: 1
6
On or near Back Lane Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2Other theft: 1Public order: 1
5
On or near Sydney Place Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3Vehicle crime: 1
4
On or near Common Mead Lane Map
Other theft: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1
2
On or near Queen Street Map
Anti-social behaviour: 1Theft from the person: 1
2
On or near Harding'S Lane Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Supermarket Map
Other theft: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1
2
On or near Newbury Map
Criminal damage and arson: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1
2
On or near Lodbourne Green Map
Other theft: 1Shoplifting: 1
2
On or near Church Track Map
Anti-social behaviour: 2
2

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Local Rank

#19safest in dorset

National Safety

Top 13%Safest

City Average

49.95per 1k

Local Policing

Mere

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Local Priorities

Rural crime (farms / hare coursing / non-dwelling burglaries)

Issued: 13 Mar 2026

Status Update

Rural crime is a significant concern across the Mere area, including offences affecting farms, hare coursing, and non-dwelling burglaries such as theft from outbuildings and rural businesses.

We are increasing patrols, acting on intelligence, and working closely with rural communities and partner agencies to disrupt offenders and protect vulnerable rural locations.

Actioned: 13 Mar 2026

Retail Crime

Issued: 10 Mar 2026

Status Update

We’re supporting retailers in Mere to tackle theft and related anti-social behaviour. This includes regular patrols, advising on prevention measures, and ensuring crimes are reported so patterns and repeat offenders can be identified.

Business owners and staff are encouraged to report incidents and submit any available CCTV or evidence.

Actioned: 10 Mar 2026

Road Safety

Issued: 10 Mar 2026

Status Update

Road safety remains a priority across our rural road network, where speed, visibility and driver behaviour can increase risk.

We will continue targeted patrols and speed enforcement in areas of concern and work with partners to improve safety. Everyone has a role to play, taking care on rural roads helps protect drivers, cyclists, walkers and residents.

Actioned: 10 Mar 2026

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JUN10

Meet the Team - Mere Town Centre

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Come and meet the local policing team alongside the Bobby Van.

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10:00 AM — 11:30 AM

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Town Centre (near the clock tower)

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