Crime in River, Medway
Comprehensive safety analysis for River, localized within Medway.
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area Map | Anti-social behaviour: 16Violence and sexual offences: 10Criminal damage and arson: 3 | 29 |
| On or near Shopping Area Map | Shoplifting: 10Theft from the person: 1 | 11 |
| On or near Manor Mews Map | Violence and sexual offences: 6Public order: 2Drugs: 1 | 10 |
| On or near High Street Map | Anti-social behaviour: 10 | 10 |
| On or near Chelmar Road Map | Anti-social behaviour: 6Theft from the person: 2Possession of weapons: 1 | 9 |
| On or near Medway Street Map | Shoplifting: 9 | 9 |
| On or near Parking Area Map | Shoplifting: 5Public order: 3 | 8 |
| On or near Waterfront Way Map | Violence and sexual offences: 7 | 7 |
| On or near Upbury Way Map | Violence and sexual offences: 7 | 7 |
| On or near Corys Road Map | Shoplifting: 4Robbery: 1Bicycle theft: 1 | 6 |
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Local Priorities
Fly tipping.
Issued: 15 Apr 2026
Status Update
This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.
We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.
Actioned: 15 Apr 2026
Road safety.
Issued: 15 Apr 2026
Status Update
This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.
We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.
Actioned: 15 Apr 2026
E-scooters and e-bikes.
Issued: 15 Apr 2026
Status Update
This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.
We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.
Actioned: 15 Apr 2026
Engagement Events
Armed Forces Day 2026
other9:00 AM — 3:00 PM
Historic Dockyard Shop, Main Gate Road Chatham
Luton Library Surgery
other2:00 PM — 3:00 PM
ME5 7LA, Nelson Terrace Chatham
Surgery Luton Library
other2:00 PM — 3:00 PM
ME5 7LA, Nelson Terrace Chatham
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