Rural Braintree Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Rural Braintree's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 3.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 58.5% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects the area's generally low crime profile, consistent with its status as a rural built-up area. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of reported crimes (51.4%), followed by criminal damage and arson (9.9%) and anti-social behaviour (9.0%). These categories remain significantly below UK averages, with violence and sexual offences 35% lower than the national rate and anti-social behaviour 79% below. Seasonal factors may have influenced these trends, as June marks the start of summer and the beginning of increased tourism in rural areas. The low crime rate in this context suggests that the area's relatively sparse population and limited urban density contribute to its safety profile. However, the sharp increase in criminal damage and arson—though not yet explained by the data—raises questions about potential seasonal or situational factors that could be explored further. The overall balance of crime types, dominated by violent offences and property-related incidents, aligns with patterns typical of rural areas with limited commercial activity, where interpersonal conflicts and occasional property crime tend to dominate. This snapshot of June's crime profile underscores the need for continued monitoring of emerging trends, particularly in categories showing significant month-on-month fluctuations.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in June 2024 was a 266.7% surge in criminal damage and arson, rising from 3 to 11 incidents. This sharp increase, while unexplained by the data, may be linked to seasonal factors such as the start of summer and increased outdoor activity. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 21.3%, from 47 to 57 cases, though this category remains 35% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 23.1%, declining from 13 to 10 incidents—a trend that could reflect the easing of post-pandemic social patterns or local interventions. Burglary remained at the UK average rate of 0.3 per 1,000, suggesting no significant localised spikes in property crime. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns in Rural Braintree, where seasonal transitions and community-specific factors appear to play a role.

Rural Braintree's crime rate in June 2024 rose 14.3% from 3.0 to 3.4 per 1,000 residents compared to the previous month. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns that may be influenced by seasonal factors. Locally, 4 crimes were reported per day on average, a figure that provides a tangible sense of frequency for residents. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 291 residents, illustrating the relatively low density of incidents in this built-up rural area. When scaled to the population of 32,356, this rate remains significantly below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective highlights how even small numerical changes can have meaningful local impacts, particularly in areas with lower overall crime rates. This context is crucial for residents assessing risk and for local authorities monitoring trends.