Braintree Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 42,180, Braintree recorded 253 crimes in November 2025, translating to a crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents. This places the built-up area 17.8% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, a notable distinction that reflects the area’s relatively low crime profile. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 47.4% of total incidents (120 cases), followed by shoplifting (8.7%) and public order offences (7.9%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of November, when extended evenings and events like Bonfire Night can heighten opportunities for public disorder. Meanwhile, the sharp contrast between Braintree’s shoplifting rate (0.5 per 1,000) and the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) suggests local retail environments may have effective security measures or lower foot traffic during this period. The dominance of violent crimes over property crimes—a trend also seen in other urban areas—may indicate a combination of local demographics and seasonal factors, such as increased social interactions during Black Friday shopping. However, the absence of significant spikes in burglary or vehicle crime, which are often linked to colder weather and reduced visibility, suggests that Braintree’s infrastructure and community engagement initiatives may be mitigating these risks effectively.

November 2025 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Bicycle theft increased by 100% from zero to one incident, possibly linked to heightened cycling activity during the month. Criminal damage and arson rose by 80% (10 to 18 cases), a shift that may be tied to Bonfire Night celebrations and the associated risk of unattended flammable materials. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 60% (30 to 12 cases), reflecting improved community policing efforts or the impact of local initiatives to address nuisance behaviour. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark divergence from the UK average: while violence and sexual offences in Braintree are 9% above the national rate (2.8 vs 2.6 per 1,000), shoplifting is 21% below (0.5 vs 0.6 per 1,000). This contrast highlights the area’s unique crime profile, with property crimes remaining significantly lower than the UK average. Residents may find particular interest in the 50% drop in vehicle crime (from 14 to 7 cases), which could indicate enhanced security measures in parking areas or reduced opportunistic theft during the month.

Braintree’s crime rate in November 2025 (6.0 per 1,000) was stable compared to the previous month (6.1 per 1,000), showing a -2.0% decline. Locally, this equates to approximately 8 crimes per day, a figure that provides context for the daily risk residents face. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 167 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. When scaled to Braintree’s population of 42,180, the 253 total crimes represent a manageable level of activity relative to the area’s size. This is especially evident when comparing Braintree’s performance to the UK average for specific crime types: while violence and sexual offences are slightly above the national rate, anti-social behaviour is 72% below (0.3 vs 1.1 per 1,000), and burglary is 67% below (0.1 vs 0.3 per 1,000). These disparities suggest that Braintree’s built-up area may have distinct characteristics—such as a lower proportion of high-density housing or stronger community cohesion—that contribute to its lower rates of certain offences. The stability in the overall crime rate, combined with the significant declines in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime, indicates that the area’s crime management strategies are maintaining a consistent level of control despite seasonal fluctuations.