Enfield Crime Rate February 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Enfield's February 2023 crime rate of 8.3 per 1,000 residents places the area 20.3% above the UK average of 6.9 per 1,000, a figure that underscores the district's distinct crime profile. The top three crime categories—violence and sexual offences (25.4% of total), anti-social behaviour (19.0%), and vehicle crime (16.2%)—illustrate a mix of interpersonal and property-related issues that reflect Enfield's urban character. Violence and sexual offences, while comprising a significant share of incidents, were 15% below the UK average, a divergence that may be explained by the area's seasonal dynamics. As a winter month with low outdoor activity, February typically sees a pre-spring lull in certain crime types, though this pattern appears to be offset by the high prevalence of anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime. The latter's 189% above the UK average highlights a localised challenge that may be tied to Enfield's commuter infrastructure and dense residential areas, where vehicle theft and vandalism are more likely to occur. The area's crime picture is further complicated by the disproportionate rates of drug-related offences (67% above UK average) and robbery (122% above UK average), which suggest targeted vulnerabilities that require further analysis. While Enfield's overall crime rate remains elevated compared to the national benchmark, the specific breakdown of incidents offers insights into the district's unique socio-economic and spatial characteristics, which may influence both the types and frequencies of crimes reported.

February 2023 saw a notable concentration of violent crimes, accounting for 25.4% of all reported incidents, a proportion that remains consistent with Enfield's historical patterns. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.6 per 1,000 residents, was 65% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area's dense population and high levels of public housing. Vehicle crime, at 1.3 per 1,000 residents, was 189% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the national rate of 0.5 per 1,000. This discrepancy could be linked to Enfield's commuter corridors and high volume of parked vehicles in residential areas. While violence and sexual offences were 15% below the UK average, this may be attributed to seasonal factors, with February's low outdoor activity reducing opportunities for such crimes. Residents should be aware that vehicle crime remains a persistent local issue, with targeted measures likely needed to address this specific category.

Enfield's crime rate in February 2023 (8.3 per 1,000 residents) continues to exceed the UK average of 6.9 per 1,000 by 20.3%, highlighting a persistent disparity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 121 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. Daily crime counts averaged 97 crimes per day, a locally specific metric that reflects the density of reported incidents in a large urban district. This rate is consistent with Enfield's demographic profile as a diverse, multi-ethnic area with significant public housing and commuter activity, which may contribute to higher levels of anti-social behaviour and property crime. The population-scaled perspective shows that while the absolute number of crimes is substantial, the monthly exposure remains within the range of comparable urban areas, though the rate remains above national benchmarks.