Braintree Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Braintree's crime rate in July 2025 stood at 5.5 per 1,000, marking a 36% deficit compared to the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure places the area firmly in the safer half of the national distribution, though it is not without its own patterns and anomalies. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 46.3% of all reported crimes, making them the most prevalent category. The rate for this category—2.5 per 1,000—was 18% below the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000, a finding that suggests Braintree's community may have mechanisms in place to mitigate such incidents. Anti-social behaviour followed at 11.0%, with a rate of 0.6 per 1,000, 61% below the UK average. These figures, when combined with the broader context of July's seasonal dynamics, reveal a combination of factors. The summer months typically see increased tourism and outdoor events, which can influence crime patterns in both positive and negative ways. For instance, the relatively low rate of theft from the person—0.0 per 1,000—suggests that Braintree's public spaces may be perceived as safer than average during the summer, due to effective policing or community engagement. However, the sharp increase in robbery cases, while numerically small, raises questions about local vulnerabilities that warrant further attention. The area's crime profile in July 2025, therefore, illustrates a balance between relative safety and pockets of concern that demand targeted scrutiny.

July 2025 saw a dramatic 300% increase in robbery cases, rising from one to four incidents. This sharp rise, though numerically small, signals a potential shift in local crime dynamics. Vehicle crime surged by 73.9%, jumping from 23 to 40 incidents, a change that may reflect increased outdoor activity during summer months. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 58.3%, dropping from 12 to five incidents, a decline that could be linked to seasonal changes in public behaviour. Theft from the person remained exceptionally low, with just six reports—100% below the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights Braintree's relative safety in this category compared to national trends. Meanwhile, burglary increased by 47.6%, rising from 21 to 31 cases, suggesting possible vulnerabilities in residential security during the summer peak season.

Braintree's crime rate in July 2025 rose 8.6% from June's 5.0 per 1,000 to 5.5 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 29 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 895 crimes into a more tangible daily rhythm. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 184 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in a population of 164,304. This monthly exposure rate, while modest, underscores the importance of maintaining community vigilance. The increase in the crime rate is not statistically significant in isolation but aligns with seasonal factors, such as the heightened activity associated with July festivals and the summer tourism peak, which can influence both crime patterns and reporting rates.