Kelvedon and Feering Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 5,286, the 12 reported crimes in August 2024 equate to one incident for every 441 residents, a figure that underscores the relatively low crime burden in Kelvedon and Feering. The overall crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 residents is 72% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, a stark contrast that positions this built-up area within Braintree as an outlier in terms of safety. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (4 incidents, 33.3% of total), followed by public order (2 incidents, 16.7%) and drugs (2 incidents, 16.7%). These figures align with the area’s likely character as a semi-rural or suburban locale with limited nightlife and commercial activity, which may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the seasonal context of August—a peak holiday month—introduces complexity. While tourism and empty homes might increase burglary risks, the data shows no such spikes in property crimes. Instead, the rise in drug-related offences and 'other crime' could reflect heightened enforcement activity or shifting patterns of illicit behaviour during the summer. The absence of significant property crime, despite the season, may also indicate effective local policing or community vigilance.

August 2024 marked a sharp increase in drug-related crimes, which doubled from 1 to 2 incidents compared to the previous month. This rise, though modest in absolute terms, contrasts with the UK average, where drug offences are 82% below the local rate. Conversely, other theft incidents fell by 80%, declining from 5 to 1, reflecting a possible reduction in opportunistic crimes. The crime mix also shifted: violent crimes increased by 33.3%, while vehicle crime dropped by two-thirds. These changes suggest a dynamic interplay between local factors and broader trends. The area’s rate for 'other crime'—a category that includes anti-social behaviour and disorder—doubled, placing it 150% above the UK average. This discrepancy may hint at underreported or evolving patterns of behaviour in the community.

In August 2024, Kelvedon and Feering recorded a crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 residents, a 36.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.6 per 1,000. This decline suggests a continued trend of stability in local crime levels, though seasonal factors may have played a role. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 0 crimes per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a very low frequency of incidents relative to its population size. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for every 441 residents, highlighting that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is significantly lower than the UK average. This figure provides a tangible sense of the area’s safety, particularly when compared to larger urban centres where crime rates are typically higher. The population-scaled perspective further underscores that, despite the relatively small number of crimes reported, the impact of each incident is proportionally significant within the local community.