Wivenhoe Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wivenhoe's crime rate in November 2025 remained at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 27.4% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.3. This continued safety profile is notable for an area within Colchester, where urban centres often see higher crime rates. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 51.4% of total incidents (18 cases), followed by shoplifting (25.7%, nine cases) and public order offences (8.6%, three cases). These figures suggest a combination of local factors — the high rate of violence may be linked to the area's proximity to Colchester's nightlife district, while shoplifting's relatively high rate could reflect the presence of retail outlets in Wivenhoe's built-up area. Seasonal context also plays a role: the 200% increase in public order offences may be consistent with Bonfire Night activities, which bring temporary spikes in crowd-related incidents. However, the overall rate remains significantly below national levels, a pattern likely shaped by Wivenhoe's compact nature and the absence of major transport hubs that often correlate with higher crime rates. The area's lower rates of anti-social behaviour (72% below UK average) and burglary (33% below) further illustrate its distinct crime profile, which appears to benefit from the close-knit community character typical of smaller built-up areas.

November saw a 200% increase in public order offences, rising from one to three incidents — the most significant monthly jump in any category. This surge, while concerning, may partly reflect the impact of Bonfire Night events, which often bring crowds to public spaces. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 18.2% from 11 to nine incidents, a decline that contrasts with the 122% increase in the UK average for the same category. The area's violent crime rate — 2.7 per 1,000 — was 5% above the UK average, with 18 incidents (51.4% of total crimes) reported. This suggests that while Wivenhoe remains safer overall, targeted efforts may be needed to address violence and sexual offences, which are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, rose by 100% to two incidents, a figure that remains 72% below the UK average, highlighting the area's continued strength in managing low-level disorder.

Wivenhoe's crime rate in November 2025 remained 5.3 per 1,000 residents, a 2.8% decline from the previous month's 5.5 rate. This slight downward trend aligns with the area's historically lower crime profile compared to the UK average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, reflecting a relatively low level of activity. When scaled to the population, this means one crime occurred for roughly every 189 residents over the course of the month — a figure that underscores the area's safety relative to its size. The population context also highlights the impact of local factors: with 6,600 residents, Wivenhoe's compact built-up area may limit opportunities for certain crimes, particularly those requiring broader geographic spread. This aligns with the UK-wide pattern where smaller, more densely populated areas often see lower rates of crimes like burglary or vehicle theft, which are more common in sprawling suburbs or rural regions.