South Woodham Ferrers Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

South Woodham Ferrers, a built-up area within Chelmsford, reported a crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents in November 2023, placing it 42.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This stark contrast to the national picture underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile, a trend consistent with its character as a smaller, possibly suburban or semi-rural community integrated into a larger urban hub. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (40.6% of total), followed by shoplifting (13%) and other theft (10.1%). These figures align with seasonal factors, such as the darker evenings of November and the proximity of Black Friday shopping, which may have contributed to spikes in retail-related offences. However, the area’s violent crime rate—1.7 per 1,000—was 34% below the UK average for this category, suggesting that local initiatives, community cohesion, or environmental design (such as well-lit public spaces) may mitigate risk. The lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour (62% below UK average) and vehicle crime (80% below) further highlight a pattern of reduced disorderly conduct and property-related incidents, linked to the area’s demographic makeup or effective policing strategies. While the 100% increase in anti-social behaviour and burglary raises questions about localized pressures, the overall data reinforces South Woodham Ferrers’ position as a safer-than-average community, with crime levels that remain lower than the UK norm.

November 2023 revealed notable shifts in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour surging by 100% (from 3 to 6 incidents) and burglary doubling from 0 to 4 cases. These increases coincided with the darker evenings typical of late autumn, potentially amplifying incidents in less-lit areas. Conversely, vehicle crime and public order offences both fell sharply—vehicle crime dropped 66.7% (from 6 to 2) and public order offences decreased by 33.3% (from 6 to 4), possibly linked to reduced foot traffic during the month. Among the most striking comparisons to the UK average, violence and sexual offences in the area were 34% below the national rate of 2.6 per 1,000, while shoplifting was 9% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This divergence suggests local factors—such as the area’s retail mix or community engagement—may play a role in shaping these trends. For residents, the 100% rise in anti-social behaviour offers a concrete data point to consider in local discussions about safety and lighting infrastructure.

South Woodham Ferrers’ crime rate in November 2023 stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a 2.7% decline from the previous month’s 4.4 per 1,000. This slight downward trend contrasts with the broader UK context, where the area’s overall rate remains 42.7% below the national average of 7.5 per 1,000. Locally, the daily crime count averaged two incidents per day over the 30-day period, reflecting a relatively low frequency of reported crimes. On a monthly exposure basis, one crime was recorded for every 233 residents, a figure that underscores the area’s comparatively safer profile. While such statistics are inherently local and cannot be directly compared to UK-wide aggregates, they provide residents with a clear sense of their community’s crime profile. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that, despite the modest monthly dip, the area continues to outperform the UK average by a significant margin, suggesting sustained efforts in community safety or environmental factors that mitigate criminal activity.