Braintree Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 164,304, Braintree's 730 reported crimes in November 2025 equate to 4.4 crimes per 1,000 residents—39.7% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This rate reflects a consistently lower crime profile compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 45.3% of all crimes (331 incidents), significantly below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (22% lower). Other theft (56 incidents) and criminal damage (55 incidents) followed, both well below UK rates. The seasonal context of November—dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—likely contributed to the mix of crimes, with property offences such as vehicle crime (39 incidents) and shoplifting (37 incidents) showing higher-than-average rates. While Braintree's overall safety remains strong, the prominence of violent crime suggests a need for targeted community engagement, particularly during periods of heightened social activity. The local economy, which includes retail and light industry, may influence crime dynamics, with commercial areas potentially driving some property-related incidents. However, the absence of major urban density or commuter hubs likely explains the comparatively low levels of burglary and theft from the person compared to larger cities.

November 2025 saw notable shifts in Braintree's crime profile. Robbery rates surged by 100%, rising from 15 to 30 incidents—a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000 (82% above). This increase may reflect heightened activity in retail or nightlife areas during Black Friday. Meanwhile, bicycle theft doubled (1 to 2 incidents), a trend consistent with seasonal theft patterns in areas with cycling infrastructure. Vehicle crime rose by 44.4% (27 to 39 incidents), potentially linked to increased shopping traffic or darker evenings. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 36.8% (76 to 48 incidents), due to community initiatives or seasonal changes in public space usage. Theft from the person dropped by 50% (2 to 1 incidents), a decline that may align with reduced pedestrian activity during colder weather. The breakdown also reveals Braintree's violent crime rate (2.0 per 1,000) is 22% below the UK average. share of violent offences highlights the need for targeted interventions. Local police may find these trends useful in resource allocation, particularly in addressing the sharp rise in robbery and vehicle crime.

Braintree's November 2025 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 represents a 14.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.2 per 1,000, indicating a downward trend. On a daily basis, 24 crimes were reported across Braintree's 164,304 residents, a figure that translates to 1 crime for every 225 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while modest, underscores the need for continuous monitoring of local crime patterns. Compared to the UK average, Braintree's overall safety remains markedly higher, though specific categories like robbery (82% above UK average) reveal vulnerabilities. The population-scaled perspective shows that Braintree's crime rate is 39.7% below the national average, suggesting effective policing or community resilience. However, the sharp increase in robbery and vehicle crime highlights the importance of contextual factors—such as seasonal shopping and darker evenings—that may temporarily elevate certain crime types. Residents should note that while Braintree's overall safety is strong, localized spikes in specific offences require attention. The contrast between Braintree's low burglary rates (33 incidents, 0.2 per 1,000) and the UK average (0.3 per 1,000) further illustrates the area's unique crime profile, likely shaped by its mix of urban and rural environments.