Kelvedon and Feering Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Kelvedon and Feering recorded a crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents in May 2023, marking a 60% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure represents one of the most significant year-on-year improvements in the area's recorded crime history, with the overall rate continuing a downward trend observed in recent months. The breakdown of crimes highlights a persistent focus on violent and property-related offences, which accounted for 70.6% of all reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences formed the largest single category at 29.4% of total crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 17.7% and burglary at 17.7%. The seasonal context of May—characterised by longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributed to the proportion of violent crimes, though the overall rate remains substantially below national levels. The area's burglary rate of 0.6 per 1,000 residents is 94% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, suggesting local factors such as property density or community dynamics may influence this category. Despite the presence of seasonal factors, the sustained reduction in overall crime indicates effective policing strategies or community initiatives may be at play, though further analysis would be required to confirm these patterns.

May 2023 saw notable decreases in several crime categories, with vehicle crime falling by 75% compared to April, reflecting a sharp reduction from four incidents to one. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as increased daylight hours and reduced evening activity may contribute to lower vehicle-related offences. Violence and sexual offences also decreased by 50%, dropping from 10 to 5 incidents, though this category remains the largest single contributor to the area's crime profile. Conversely, anti-social behaviour surged by 200%, rising from one to three incidents, a jump that may be linked to May's bank holidays and extended socialising opportunities. Public order offences also doubled from zero to one incident, highlighting the potential impact of seasonal events on local crime dynamics. The burglary rate, at 0.6 per 1,000 residents, is 94% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, suggesting a unique local challenge in this category. Residents may find the 59% reduction in shoplifting incidents from zero to one particularly relevant, as this reflects a broader trend of decreased property crimes across the area.

The crime rate in Kelvedon and Feering fell by 14.8% month-on-month in May 2023, dropping from 3.8 to 3.2 per 1,000 residents. This decline brings the area's daily crime count to approximately one incident per day over the 31-day period, a figure that contrasts sharply with the UK's broader context. On a monthly basis, the rate translates to one reported crime for every 311 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime experienced by local residents. This monthly aggregate perspective reveals a community where crime is rare but not absent, with the most recent data showing a balanced distribution across violent, property, and anti-social categories. The population context further highlights the significance of these figures: with 5,286 residents, the 17 reported crimes represent a manageable scale that may be influenced by local initiatives or community cohesion. The 60% gap between Kelvedon and Feering's rate and the UK average reinforces the area's status as a relatively safe place, though the 94% disparity in burglary rates indicates specific vulnerabilities that warrant attention. These comparisons provide a nuanced view of the area's crime profile, balancing the overall low rate with the need for targeted interventions in certain categories.