Medway

Is Rochester ME1 safe?

Covering wards: Aylesford North & North Downs, Fort Horsted, Fort Pitt, Rochester East & Warren Wood, Rochester West & Borstal

Thinking about moving to Rochester ME1? Police recorded 238 crimes here in April 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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April 2026 — ME1 area

Official UK Police data

238 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Violence & sexual offences 90
Shoplifting 43
Anti-social behaviour 31
Above the national average

This is a snapshot. The full report includes 24 months of trend data, outcome analysis, year-over-year comparison, and in-depth safety insights.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rochester ME1 safe to live in?

Rochester ME1 recorded 238 crimes in April 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 90 incidents. This is above the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in Rochester ME1?

In April 2026, the top crime types in Rochester ME1 were: Violence & sexual offences (90), Shoplifting (43), and Anti-social behaviour (31). These accounted for 69% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Rochester ME1 compare to the national average?

Rochester ME1 is above the national average for total recorded crime. Areas with higher crime rates aren't necessarily unsafe — much depends on crime type and context. Our full report breaks this down in detail.

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