Great Notley Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Great Notley's crime profile in June 2024 continued to reflect a markedly lower rate than the UK average, with a total crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents—54.9% below the national figure. This consistency with previous months underscores the area's generally low crime profile, a trend that may partly explain its position as a built-up area within Braintree with limited exposure to the high-density crime patterns typical of larger urban centres. The most prevalent crime types were public order offences (29.6% of total crimes), followed by violence and sexual offences (25.9%) and anti-social behaviour (22.2%). These figures align with the seasonal rhythm of June, a month marking the beginning of summer when local tourism begins to rise in surrounding rural and coastal areas, potentially influencing public space dynamics. While property crimes accounted for only 22.2% of the total, the breakdown illustrates a distinct emphasis on non-property offences, suggesting that community-focused policing strategies and local initiatives may be effectively addressing more traditional crime categories. The relatively low rate of burglary (3.7% of total crimes) and other theft (3.7%) further supports the notion that Great Notley's built-up area characteristics, including its proximity to Braintree's infrastructure and its quieter residential streets, contribute to a crime profile that diverges from the national average. This pattern may also reflect the area's demographic composition, with fewer transient populations and a more stable community structure compared to larger urban centres.

June 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with public order offences increasing by 166.7% compared to May, rising from three to eight incidents. This surge, while notable, must be contextualised within the broader trend of overall crime reduction. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, doubling from three to six reports, a development that may be linked to the increased foot traffic associated with the start of the summer season. Conversely, vehicle crime and other theft both decreased by 50.0%—vehicle crime fell from four to two incidents, while other theft dropped from two to one. These reductions could reflect the effectiveness of targeted local initiatives or seasonal factors such as fewer evenings spent in public spaces during the summer months. The area's public order crime rate (1.1 per 1,000) stood 80% above the UK average for this category, a stark contrast to the significantly lower rates observed in violence and sexual offences (64% below UK average) and anti-social behaviour (43% below). This divergence highlights the unique challenges faced by Great Notley in managing public space conduct, which may be influenced by its built-up area characteristics and the interactions between residents and visitors during the summer months. For residents, the 50% reduction in vehicle crime offers a tangible benefit, suggesting that local efforts to address this category are yielding measurable results.

The crime rate in Great Notley for June 2024 (3.7 per 1,000 residents) marked a 6.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.9 per 1,000, illustrating a sustained downward trend that has likely been reinforced by seasonal factors. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that provides residents with a concrete benchmark for understanding local crime frequency. When considered in terms of monthly exposure, the 27 total crimes reported in June corresponded to one incident for roughly every 274 residents, a ratio that places Great Notley well below the national average for most crime categories. This population-scaled perspective highlights the area's relative safety compared to the UK as a whole, particularly when contrasted with the 8.2 per 1,000 national average. The built-up nature of Great Notley within Braintree, combined with its likely mix of residential and commercial spaces, may contribute to this lower exposure, as the area's density is insufficient to sustain the high-volume crime patterns seen in larger urban centres. The 50% reduction in vehicle crime from May to June is particularly noteworthy for residents, offering a clear indicator of progress in addressing this category. These comparative metrics, when contextualised with the area's built-up characteristics and seasonal rhythms, provide a nuanced picture of how local crime dynamics interact with broader national trends.