Brentwood Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Brentwood's overall crime rate in July 2025 stood at 6.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 20.9% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This marked a notable deviation from typical patterns, with shoplifting and vehicle crime rates significantly exceeding national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.5% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.7%) and shoplifting (12.7%). The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and heightened tourism—likely influenced these patterns. The area's mix of retail hubs, commuter corridors, and suburban residential zones may have contributed to the disproportionate rise in shoplifting, which reached 0.9 per 1,000 compared to the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. Vehicle crime also saw a sharp increase, with 0.6 per 1,000 residents affected, 54% above the national rate. This contrasts with lower rates of burglary (2.6% of total crimes) and robbery (0.4% of total crimes), which remained well below UK averages. The balance between property and violent crime shifted slightly, with property crimes making up 38.6% of the total, compared to 32.5% for violent crimes. July's extended daylight hours and outdoor events may have increased opportunities for anti-social behaviour.9 per 1,000 was still 42% below the UK average. The data suggests a combination of local geography and seasonal rhythms, with no single factor fully explaining the divergence in crime types.

July 2025 saw a 60.5% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 43 to 69 incidents, a figure that may reflect the impact of summer festivals and increased foot traffic in public spaces. Bicycle theft surged by 100%, with one reported incident—possibly linked to the area's growing cycling infrastructure and the summer season's higher recreational use of bikes. Conversely, robbery rates fell by 50%, declining from four to two incidents, which could be attributed to improved security measures or reduced opportunities during the summer. The crime mix shifted slightly, with property crimes accounting for 38.6% of total incidents compared to 32.5% for violent crimes. Shoplifting and vehicle crime rates both exceeded UK averages by 38% and 54% respectively, highlighting local vulnerabilities in retail and transport sectors. Anti-social behaviour, though rising, remained 42% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or environmental design mitigating some risks. For residents, the 12.7% share of shoplifting crimes—equivalent to 69 incidents—may warrant closer attention to retail security measures, particularly during peak tourism periods.

Brentwood's crime rate in July 2025 (6.8 per 1,000 residents) marked a 16.0% increase compared to June's rate of 5.9 per 1,000, a shift that may reflect seasonal fluctuations in crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 17 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that contextualises the month's activity in terms of local density. Over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 146 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is 20.9% below the UK average. This suggests a relatively safer environment compared to the national average, despite the elevated rates of shoplifting and vehicle crime. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the overall crime rate is lower than the UK average, specific categories like shoplifting and vehicle crime remain high. This contrast between aggregate safety and niche vulnerabilities may be explained by Brentwood's mix of suburban and commercial areas, which create distinct micro-environments for different crime types. The 16.0% month-on-month increase, though significant, does not yet indicate a long-term trend, and further analysis will be needed to determine if this reflects a temporary spike or a sustained shift in criminal activity.