Great Notley Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Great Notley, just three crimes were reported in August 2024, a rate 62.2% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s relatively low risk profile, though the nature of incidents reveals a combination of local dynamics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 52.2% of total reports, yet their rate of 1.6 per 1,000 remains 41% below the UK average. This discrepancy may be attributed to the area’s character as a built-up district within Braintree, where community cohesion and policing presence could temper violence. Public order offences, though a smaller share (21.7%), saw an unexpected surge—likely linked to seasonal factors. August, as a peak holiday month, may have drawn more visitors and altered local rhythms, increasing tensions in public spaces. The presence of 12 violent crimes in the month suggests a persistent challenge, but the absence of a corresponding spike in property crime (only 4 incidents) indicates that other factors, such as targeted interventions or community vigilance, may be at play. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, both at 8.7% of total reports, fell sharply compared to previous months, reflecting the impact of summer holidays reducing opportunities for such activity. These patterns underscore the importance of seasonal context in shaping crime trends, with August’s transient population and environmental shifts likely contributing to the observed fluctuations.

August 2024 marked a stark contrast in crime trends, with public order offences surging by 400% compared to July, rising from one to five incidents. This increase, though significant, remains below the UK average by 11%, suggesting localised factors may be influencing this category. Meanwhile, violent crimes saw a 20% rise, reflecting a continued emphasis on this category as the most prevalent type—accounting for 52.2% of total reports. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Great Notley is 41% below the UK average, a disparity that could reflect the area’s demographics or policing strategies. Other theft and anti-social behaviour both declined sharply, with other theft falling by 71.4% and anti-social behaviour by 60%. These decreases may indicate effective interventions or seasonal factors, such as reduced summer activity in certain sectors. For residents, the 400% spike in public order crimes offers a clear insight into the need for heightened awareness in specific contexts.

August 2024 saw a 14.8% reduction in Great Notley’s crime rate compared to July, falling from 3.7 to 3.1 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader patterns observed in similar built-up areas during late summer, where seasonal shifts and reduced foot traffic may contribute to lower reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that contextualises the scale of activity for residents. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure rate of one reported crime for every 322 residents underscores the relatively low risk environment. This is particularly striking when contrasted with the UK average, where residents face significantly higher probabilities of encountering crime. The data suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, policing presence, or seasonal dynamics—may be playing a role in sustaining this lower rate, though further analysis would be needed to confirm these associations.