Enfield Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Enfield, 10 crimes were reported in November 2024 — a rate that places the area 32.9% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This per-capita perspective reveals that Enfield’s crime profile is distinct from the national trend, with certain categories far exceeding the UK norm. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type, accounted for 22% of all reported incidents, yet their rate of 2.2 per 1,000 is 15% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This apparent contradiction may reflect the area’s unique mix of urban and suburban environments, where higher concentrations of population in certain areas could drive violence but also allow for more targeted policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, stood out as the second-most common category, with 1.8 per 1,000 — 62% above the UK average — a figure likely tied to the social dynamics of Enfield’s diverse communities. Seasonal factors in November, including the transition to darker evenings and the timing of events like Black Friday shopping, may have influenced the crime profile. The month’s crime mix also showed a strong focus on property-related offences, with property crimes (1601) accounting for nearly half of all reports. This aligns with Enfield’s character as a local authority district with a mix of residential, retail, and industrial zones, where property crimes such as vehicle theft and shoplifting are more prevalent. The data also highlights the role of specific locations, such as Enfield’s retail areas, in driving shoplifting incidents, which were 45% above the UK average. While the overall rate is high, the breakdown suggests that Enfield’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of its population density, economic diversity, and the seasonal rhythms of November — a month marked by both festive activity and the challenges of reduced daylight hours.

November saw a 14% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 157 to 179 incidents — a shift consistent with the timing of Bonfire Night and the associated use of fireworks. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 18.7%, from 727 to 591, potentially linked to the shorter daylight hours reducing opportunities for public disorder. Vehicle crime fell by 9.3%, from 396 to 359, which may reflect reduced car usage during the month or targeted police operations in high-risk areas. The most striking comparison to the UK average is in anti-social behaviour, where Enfield’s rate of 1.8 per 1,000 is 62% above the national figure of 1.1 per 1,000. For residents, this means that anti-social behaviour is more than double the UK average in Enfield, a factor that could influence local safety perceptions and community engagement efforts.

Enfield's crime rate in November 2024 fell by 3.7% compared to October, dropping from 10.5 to 10.1 per 1,000 residents. This slight decline, however, does not alter the area’s position as one of the UK’s higher-risk local authority districts. On a daily basis, Enfield recorded roughly 110 crimes each day in November — a figure that, while localised, underscores the persistent demand on local policing resources. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 99 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects both the population size (327,434) and the broader crime profile. While this rate is higher than the UK average, Enfield’s demographic mix — a mix of urban and suburban areas with diverse community profiles — likely contributes to the higher incidence of certain crime types compared to more homogenous regions.