Great Notley Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 7,402, 19 crimes in September 2024 equate to a rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents—a figure that is 66.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This low crime rate, particularly in a built-up area within Braintree, suggests a generally secure environment, though the breakdown of crime types reveals specific patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 63.2% of all reported incidents, with 12 cases recorded. This category alone is 39% below the UK average, highlighting a significant divergence from national trends. Other theft and anti-social behaviour each contributed 10.5% of the total, both far below their respective UK averages. The dominance of violent crime may be influenced by seasonal factors, as September marks the return to school and university term, with increased foot traffic in public spaces. The data also shows that property crimes, while lower in volume, remain a concern, particularly with the 100% increase in vehicle crime compared to August. This uptick, though small, could be linked to the transition to darker evenings and the potential for increased vehicle-related incidents in residential areas. The overall picture indicates a community where violent crime is a primary concern, but the low rate compared to the UK average suggests effective local measures in place. However, the seasonal context of September—back-to-school routines, freshers’ week, and the gradual shift toward shorter days—may contribute to the observed patterns, with increased social interactions in public spaces influencing crime dynamics.

September 2024 saw a notable shift in the crime mix, with violent crimes accounting for 63.2% of all reported incidents—12 cases in total. This contrasts sharply with the UK average for violent crimes, which stands at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, meaning Great Notley’s rate is 39% below the national benchmark. Among property crimes, vehicle crime rose by 100% compared to August, with one incident recorded in September. This increase, though small in absolute terms, highlights a potential vulnerability in vehicle security during the transition to darker evenings. Other theft and anti-social behaviour each contributed 10.5% of total crimes, both significantly below UK averages. The breakdown underscores a persistent focus on personal safety, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime profile. For residents, this suggests that targeted awareness campaigns around personal safety and vehicle security may be particularly relevant in the coming months.

For Great Notley, the crime rate in September 2024 dropped to 2.6 per 1,000 residents, a 17.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.1. This decline aligns with the broader trend of reduced crime activity seen in the area over recent months. On a daily basis, 19 crimes reported over 30 days equate to roughly one crime per day—a figure that, while not zero, remains exceptionally low given the area’s population of 7,402. When scaled to the monthly exposure, this means that over the course of September, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 390 residents. To put this in perspective, this monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which would equate to over 500 residents per crime. The population-scaled context reinforces that Great Notley continues to be a relatively safe area, with crime levels far below national benchmarks. However, the daily crime count provides a tangible snapshot for residents, showing that while the area is secure, vigilance remains important in public spaces.