Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ME7 · Medway
610
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
ME4 · Medway
725
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Gillingham has less crime — 610 vs 725 incidents in February 2026.
Rochester saw somewhat more crime than Gillingham in February 2026 (725 vs 610 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Gillingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (62), while Rochester has more Shoplifting (67). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Gillingham recorded fewer crimes than Rochester — 610 vs 725 incidents. That is 16% fewer crimes. Rochester is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Gillingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Rochester had more Shoplifting. Overall, Gillingham recorded fewer total crimes (610 vs 725).