Crime in Lordswood & Walderslade: statistics, rates and trends
774 crimes were recorded in Lordswood & Walderslade in the 12 months to July 2026, 55.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Lordswood & Walderslade at a glance
- Crime trends in Lordswood & Walderslade
- Types of crime in Lordswood & Walderslade
- Lordswood & Walderslade compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Lordswood & Walderslade
- What happened after crimes were reported in Lordswood & Walderslade
- Population and deprivation in Lordswood & Walderslade
- Questions about crime in Lordswood & Walderslade
- About this data
774 crimes were recorded in Lordswood & Walderslade in the 12 months to July 2026, 55.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 305 reports (39% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Lordswood & Walderslade has the 2,809th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Lordswood & Walderslade | Medway | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 774 | 29,852 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 55.2 | 102.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +8% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 14,027 | 292,655 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Lordswood & Walderslade was highest in the year to July 2021 (1,066 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (719). Over the whole period it fell 25%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 774 | 55.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 719 | 51.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 763 | 54.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 948 | 67.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 905 | 64.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,066 | 76.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 925 | 65.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,027 | 73.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,028 | 73.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 90 |
| June 2026 | 64 |
| May 2026 | 94 |
| April 2026 | 72 |
| March 2026 | 55 |
| February 2026 | 55 |
| January 2026 | 59 |
| December 2025 | 69 |
| November 2025 | 52 |
| October 2025 | 63 |
| September 2025 | 54 |
| August 2025 | 47 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Lordswood & Walderslade over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in violence and sexual offences (+20%) and vehicle crime (+20%).
The largest falls were in public order (-48%) and criminal damage and arson (-34%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 305 | 21.7 | 0.64 | +20% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 205 | 14.6 | 0.95 | +16% |
| Other theft | 64 | 4.6 | 0.71 | +12% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 63 | 4.5 | 0.66 | -34% |
| Vehicle crime | 36 | 2.6 | 0.52 | +20% |
| Shoplifting | 25 | 1.8 | 0.22 | +39% |
| Other crime | 18 | 1.3 | 0.61 | +6% |
| Burglary | 17 | 1.2 | 0.34 | +0% |
| Public order | 17 | 1.2 | 0.18 | -48% |
| Drugs | 11 | 0.8 | 0.24 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 9 | 0.6 | 0.66 | +29% |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.2 | 0.16 | -25% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.09 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Lordswood & Walderslade
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Lordswood & Walderslade recorded 305 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 39.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Lordswood & Walderslade
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Lordswood & Walderslade recorded 205 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 26.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Lordswood & Walderslade
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Lordswood & Walderslade recorded 64 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 8.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Lordswood & Walderslade
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Lordswood & Walderslade recorded 63 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 34% on the year before. It made up 8.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Lordswood & Walderslade
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Lordswood & Walderslade recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Lordswood & Walderslade
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Lordswood & Walderslade recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 39% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Lordswood & Walderslade
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Lordswood & Walderslade recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Lordswood & Walderslade
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Lordswood & Walderslade recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Lordswood & Walderslade
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Lordswood & Walderslade recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 48% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Lordswood & Walderslade
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Lordswood & Walderslade recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Lordswood & Walderslade
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Lordswood & Walderslade recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Lordswood & Walderslade
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Lordswood & Walderslade recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Lordswood & Walderslade
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Lordswood & Walderslade recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Lordswood & Walderslade, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Lordswood & Walderslade.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Lordswood & Walderslade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princes Park | 644 | 63.2 | +15% |
| Wayfield & Weeds Wood | 1,069 | 104.4 | +89% |
| Fort Horsted | 408 | 73.8 | +34% |
| Hempstead & Wigmore | 499 | 51.9 | -6% |
| Luton | 1,437 | 138.8 | +152% |
| Fort Pitt | 3,380 | 282.0 | +411% |
| Rochester East & Warren Wood | 1,235 | 88.0 | +59% |
| Rainham South East | 673 | 49.2 | -11% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Lordswood & Walderslade over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Farley Close | 37 |
| On or near Parking Area | 36 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 35 |
| On or near Kestrel Road | 30 |
| On or near The Wirrals | 24 |
| On or near The Yard | 23 |
| On or near Silver Birches | 20 |
| On or near Japonica Close | 18 |
| On or near Port Close | 15 |
| On or near Cygnet Road | 14 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Lordswood & Walderslade over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 254 | 32.8% |
| Not recorded | 205 | 26.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 176 | 22.7% |
| Under investigation | 51 | 6.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 22 | 2.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 21 | 2.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 18 | 2.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 12 | 1.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 7 | 0.9% |
| Local resolution | 7 | 0.9% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Lordswood & Walderslade has an estimated population of 14,027. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Lordswood & Walderslade sits in decile 6.4, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Lordswood & Walderslade |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 78.8% |
| Social rented homes | 7.6% |
| Private rented homes | 13.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.4 |
Is Lordswood & Walderslade a safe place to live?
Lordswood & Walderslade recorded 55.2 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Lordswood & Walderslade?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 305 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (205).
Is crime in Lordswood & Walderslade going up or down?
Recorded crime in Lordswood & Walderslade was up 8% on the year before: 774 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 719 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Lordswood & Walderslade?
Lordswood & Walderslade is policed by Kent. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Lordswood & Walderslade. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.