Great Notley Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Great Notley's crime rate in June 2023 stood at 6.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 20% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This performance positions the built-up area within Braintree as one of the safer regions in the country for this period. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences, accounting for 44% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson at 14%. These figures align with the seasonal context of June, which typically sees increased activity in public spaces as summer begins. The area's relatively low crime rate may be influenced by its suburban character, with fewer commercial hubs than larger urban centres, potentially reducing opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the dominance of violent offences suggests a need for targeted community engagement strategies, particularly in areas with high foot traffic. While the overall rate remains below the national average, the breakdown of crime types indicates that localised factors—such as community cohesion and policing presence—play a critical role in shaping the area's crime profile. The seasonal transition to longer daylight hours may also contribute to shifts in crime patterns, though further analysis would be required to confirm this correlation.

June 2023 saw a 20% decrease in vehicle crime compared to the previous month, with incidents dropping from 5 to 4. This reduction may reflect heightened awareness among residents or improved security measures in parking areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour surged by 150%, rising from 2 to 5 incidents, a sharp increase that could indicate challenges in managing public spaces during the summer months. Criminal damage and arson also saw a 100% rise, jumping from 0 to 7 cases, suggesting potential issues with vandalism or arson linked to seasonal events or property neglect. Shoplifting incidents doubled to 4, marking a 100% increase from the prior month, which may be connected to increased retail activity as summer tourism begins. Great Notley's violent crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents is 3% above the UK average for this category, highlighting a specific area for focus. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remains 53% below the UK average, indicating effective community management in this category. These shifts underscore the importance of targeted interventions to address rising concerns while maintaining the area's overall safety record.

Great Notley's crime rate in June 2023 rose significantly from 3.9 per 1,000 in May, reflecting a 72.2% increase over the month. Despite this upward trend, the area still maintains a crime rate 20% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the local community experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in June, a figure that may feel more tangible when contextualised within the population of 7,402 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 148 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable areas. This statistic suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime on a regular basis, though the rise in specific categories such as anti-social behaviour and criminal damage indicates growing challenges in certain domains. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the overall rate has increased, the area's crime profile remains relatively mild compared to national benchmarks. Residents may find it useful to compare these figures with previous months or regional data to gauge local trends, though the monthly exposure rate provides a clear indicator of the area's general safety.