Brentwood Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2024, Brentwood's crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents placed it 24.4% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure reflects a notable divergence in crime patterns, with property crime accounting for 48.9% of all incidents compared to 27.8% for violent crime. The most prevalent category, violence and sexual offences, occurred at a rate of 1.7 per 1,000 — 38% below the UK average. This imbalance between property and violent crime may be influenced by seasonal factors, as June marks the start of summer and increased outdoor activity in the area. Property crime, particularly vehicle-related incidents (0.9 per 1,000), exceeded the UK average by 100%, potentially linked to the local retail and transportation infrastructure. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences were significantly below the UK average, suggesting lower levels of disorder in public spaces. The data also highlights a marked contrast in crime types compared to the national profile, with shoplifting and vehicle crime affecting Brentwood. While violent crime remains a concern, the overall rate indicates a relatively safer environment compared to the UK average, though the property crime dominance warrants further attention to underlying factors such as vehicle security or retail security measures. Seasonal context may play a role, with June’s longer daylight hours and early tourism season influencing crime dynamics.

June 2024 saw a 500% increase in robbery incidents, rising from 2 to 12 cases. This spike, coupled with a 66.7% rise in theft from the person (from 3 to 5), highlights a concerning shift in violent crime trends. Meanwhile, drug-related offences surged by 52.9% (17 to 26), potentially linked to changing patterns in illicit activity. On the other hand, burglary decreased by 20% (30 to 24), and bicycle theft fell by 40% (5 to 3), which may reflect improved security measures or seasonal factors. Vehicle crime, at 0.9 per 1,000, remains 100% above the UK average, suggesting persistent vulnerabilities in this category. The property crime dominance — 48.9% of all incidents — contrasts sharply with the UK’s higher violent crime prevalence, indicating a unique local profile. For residents, the surge in robbery and theft from the person underscores the need for heightened vigilance, particularly in high-traffic areas. The decrease in burglary, however, may signal effective community policing or increased use of home security systems. These shifts, while significant, must be contextualised within the broader picture of a crime rate that remains below the UK average, pointing to a combination of local conditions and national trends.

Brentwood’s crime rate in June 2024 rose by 16.4% compared to the previous month’s rate of 5.3 per 1,000, marking a notable upward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 16 crimes per day over the month, a figure that may resonate with residents as a tangible measure of local safety. When scaled to the population, this equates to one reported crime for every 162 residents over the course of the month — a monthly exposure rate that, while not alarmingly high, suggests a consistent presence of crime in the community. This rate is particularly striking when viewed against the UK average, as Brentwood’s overall crime rate remains 24.4% below the national figure. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the disparity in specific crime types: for instance, vehicle crime’s 100% above UK average rate contrasts sharply with anti-social behaviour’s 57% below. These comparisons reveal a nuanced picture where certain categories align with national trends while others diverge, possibly due to local factors such as infrastructure, demographics, or policing strategies. The month-on-month increase, while modest, may be influenced by seasonal transitions, as June’s longer days and early tourism activity could have altered crime patterns. Residents may find the daily crime count particularly useful for contextualising the rate of incidents in their daily lives, though the overall figure remains comparatively lower than the UK average.