Kelvedon and Feering Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kelvedon and Feering recorded a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents in January 2024, placing it 28.4% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This relatively low rate reflects the area’s character as a small built-up zone within Braintree, where community cohesion and limited urban density likely contribute to reduced crime exposure. The most prevalent offences were violence and sexual offences (32.1% of total crimes), followed by criminal damage and arson (21.4%) and other theft (14.3%). Seasonal factors, such as the post-holiday period and shorter daylight hours, may have influenced patterns, with reduced retail footfall potentially lowering shoplifting but increasing indoor property crimes. The area’s lower violent crime rate compared to the UK average aligns with its likely demographic profile—older, less densely populated, and with fewer nightlife venues than larger cities. While the overall rate remained stable, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson merits attention, as it deviates from typical January trends. This could indicate targeted vandalism or arson linked to specific local events. The balance between property and violent crime remains skewed toward property offences, a trend consistent with the area’s limited commercial and residential overlap. Residents may find reassurance in the low overall rate, but the sudden increase in certain categories highlights the need for ongoing monitoring.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in January 2024 was a 500% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 1 to 6 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000 (a 93% gap), suggests a sudden spike in property-related offences. Concurrently, vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour each doubled, with 3 incidents reported compared to 1 in December. These increases may reflect seasonal factors, such as colder weather driving more indoor activities or post-holiday disruptions. Meanwhile, burglary fell by two-thirds, aligning with a UK average of 0.4 per 1,000 (11% above local rates). Violence and sexual offences—accounting for 32.1% of all crimes—remained 35% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a trend consistent with the area’s generally lower violent crime profile. For residents, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson underscores the need for heightened vigilance in communal spaces.

Kelvedon and Feering's crime rate in January 2024 rose slightly to 5.3 per 1,000 residents from 5.1 per 1,000 in December, marking a 3.7% increase. This corresponds to roughly one reported crime per day across the 31-day period, a local figure that does not compare directly to UK-wide daily averages. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 189 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When viewed through the lens of population size, the 28 total crimes recorded in January represent a modest burden on a community of 5,286 people. This context suggests that while crime remains present, its impact is proportionally minimal compared to larger urban centres. The slight upward trend contrasts with the area’s consistent performance below the UK average, which stood at 7.4 per 1,000 for the same period.