Great Notley Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Great Notley, the crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents in August 2025 translates to a daily risk of approximately one in 322 people encountering a reported crime over the course of the month. This figure — 61.7% below the UK average — underscores the area’s relative safety compared to the national landscape, where the average rate stands at 8.1 per 1,000. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (52.2% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (13.0%) and criminal damage and arson (8.7%). These patterns align with the area’s characteristics as a built-up part of Braintree, where community dynamics and local policing may contribute to lower rates of property crime. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as August is a peak holiday month, potentially reducing opportunities for burglary while increasing the visibility of public order issues. The UK average for violent crimes is 2.9 per 1,000, yet Great Notley’s rate of 1.6 per 1,000 is 44% below that, suggesting local initiatives or environmental factors that mitigate violent incidents. However, the 100% increase in vehicle crime and possession of weapons highlights areas for further scrutiny, as these categories rose sharply despite the overall decline. This juxtaposition may reflect localized pressures, such as increased traffic during the summer months or changes in local demographics that warrant closer examination.

August 2025 saw a sharp 100% increase in both vehicle crime and possession of weapons, with the latter rising from zero to one incident. This contrasts with a 50% decrease in criminal damage and arson, which dropped from four to two cases — a trend that may reflect seasonal changes, as August is typically a period of increased tourism and property vacancies. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark imbalance: 52.2% of all incidents were violent or sexual offences, compared to the UK average of 44%. This suggests a local factor influencing violence rates. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour — the second most common category — was 73% below the UK average, highlighting a unique demographic or environmental influence in Great Notley. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the drop in violent crimes by 42.9% compared to July, which may indicate improved community safety measures or temporary deterrents linked to the summer season.

In August 2025, Great Notley’s crime rate fell to 3.1 per 1,000 residents, a 42.4% drop from the previous month’s rate of 5.4 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with crime levels 61.7% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported per day over the 31-day period — a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 7,402 residents. When scaled to the monthly exposure, this equates to one reported crime for every 322 residents over the course of August. For a local resident, this means the likelihood of experiencing a crime is significantly lower than the UK average, with violent crimes — the most common category — 44% below the national rate. The drop in violent crimes by 42.9% (from 21 to 12) suggests a shift in patterns, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as August’s peak holiday season, which may see fewer incidents due to increased police presence or community activity. However, the rise in vehicle crime (+100%) and possession of weapons (+100%) indicates pockets of concern that warrant further analysis.