Kelvedon and Feering Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Kelvedon and Feering’s September 2023 crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents marked a 24.8% increase from August but remained 52.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. The most unexpected shift was the doubling of vehicle crime, which rose from one to two incidents—a 100% increase—despite the area’s overall low crime profile. Violent crimes dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 60% of all reported incidents.3 per 1,000 still fell 16% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and shorter evenings—may have influenced patterns, with vehicle crime likely tied to increased traffic and anti-social behaviour linked to local community dynamics. Criminal damage and arson, which fell by 50% from four to two incidents, contrasted with the rise in other categories, suggesting a combination of factors affecting different offence types. While the area’s built-up nature typically correlates with higher property crime, the dominance of violent offences here indicates a need to examine local social and environmental factors. The relatively low overall rate, combined with the sharp rise in vehicle crime, underscores the importance of contextual analysis in understanding crime trends within this part of Braintree.

The most striking movement in September was the 100% increase in vehicle crime, rising from one to two incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 (17% below), may partly reflect seasonal changes as drivers adjust to shorter evenings and increased traffic during the back-to-school period. Anti-social behaviour and burglary also doubled from zero to one each, a shift that could indicate isolated incidents or heightened local awareness. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 50%, aligning with a broader UK trend of declining property-related offences. Violent crimes, which accounted for 60% of all reported incidents, remained 16% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Residents may find the 100% rise in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, given the area’s built-up nature and reliance on road networks for daily commutes.

September 2023 saw a 24.8% increase in the overall crime rate in Kelvedon and Feering, rising from 3.0 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a notable shift from the previous month, the area remains 52.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 5,286 residents. When scaled to the monthly exposure, this equates to one reported crime for every 264 residents over the course of September. This monthly aggregate highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in the area compared to national benchmarks, though the upward trend from August suggests a need for continued monitoring. The population-scaled perspective underscores that, despite the increase, the area’s crime levels remain far below the UK average, reinforcing its status as a relatively safe built-up area within Braintree.