Kelvedon and Feering Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kelvedon and Feering’s crime rate in October 2024 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, a figure 53.1% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s consistently low crime profile, which is further reinforced by its unique demographic and geographic characteristics. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45% of all incidents, though this category remains 36% below the UK average. Public order offences, meanwhile, rose to 43% above the national benchmark, a discrepancy that may reflect the area’s smaller population and the impact of seasonal events like Halloween. The overall crime mix was dominated by property-related incidents (29% of total crimes), with vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour each contributing 15%. This balance suggests a community where property crime is more prevalent than violent crime, a pattern often seen in quieter, less densely populated built-up areas. October’s seasonal context—shorter days, colder weather, and the transition into the festive period—may have influenced crime patterns, though the overall decline in violent crime compared to the previous month indicates a possible stabilization of local tensions. The low crime rate is consistent with Kelvedon and Feering’s character as a relatively tranquil commuter town, where limited nightlife and a strong sense of community may contribute to its safety record. However, the sharp increase in burglary and vehicle crime raises questions about targeted vulnerabilities, such as unoccupied homes or parked vehicles during the darker evenings of October. These findings underscore the need for continued vigilance and tailored local initiatives to address emerging risks while maintaining the area’s broader safety achievements.

The most striking shift in October 2024 was the 18.2% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 11 to 9 incidents. This drop contrasts with the 100% increase in burglary and vehicle crime, which both rose from zero to one and three incidents respectively. These opposing trends suggest a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics. Violence and sexual offences in the area remain 36% below the UK average, a significant divergence that may reflect the community’s lower population density and quieter character compared to urban centres. Meanwhile, public order offences rose 43% above the UK average, potentially linked to Halloween-related disturbances. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the sharp decline in violent crime, which could indicate effective local policing or shifting social patterns during the month.

Kelvedon and Feering's crime rate in October 2024 dropped by 31.1% compared to the previous month, falling from 5.5 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as shorter days and Halloween-related activity may have shifted patterns of outdoor crime. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that reflects the low overall rate relative to the UK average. When scaled to the population of 5,286, this translates to roughly one crime for every 264 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure metric provides a tangible sense of the area's safety profile, though it remains distinct from daily fluctuations. The population context further underscores the rarity of crime here—each incident affects a small fraction of the community, reinforcing the area’s status as one of the UK’s safest built-up areas.