Buckhurst Hill Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Buckhurst Hill’s November 2025 crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents places it 38.4% below the UK average, underscoring its relatively low crime profile despite the month’s seasonal volatility. The area’s 53 reported crimes—equivalent to one per 223 residents—reflects a balance between urban and suburban characteristics typical of built-up areas within Epping Forest. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.0% of total incidents (18 cases), a figure 42% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community engagement in high-risk categories. Vehicle crime, however, emerged as a stark outlier, with 12 cases (22.6% of total crimes)—150% above the UK average—likely driven by increased traffic during Black Friday and Bonfire Night. Public order offences (8 cases) also rose 49% above the UK average, possibly linked to the shorter evenings and community events. These patterns align with the area’s commuter-oriented nature, where parking congestion and transient foot traffic may create opportunities for vehicle-related crimes. The seasonal context of November—marked by darker nights and high-street activity—likely amplifies these trends, though the overall rate remains lower than national benchmarks.

November 2025 saw a dramatic 300% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 3 to 12 incidents. This surge, which places the category 150% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, may reflect heightened traffic activity or targeted thefts linked to Black Friday shopping. Concurrently, other theft rose by 100% to 3 cases, suggesting a possible shift in criminal focus during the month. Violent crime, however, decreased by 21.7% to 18 incidents—34.0% below the UK average—potentially indicating a seasonal dip in confrontations. Public order offences also rose by 49% above the UK average, with 8 cases reported, tied to Bonfire Night events. These contrasting trends highlight the combination of local dynamics and external factors influencing crime patterns.

Buckhurst Hill's November 2025 crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents marks a 12.8% increase from the previous month’s 4.0 per 1,000. This rise, though modest, reflects a shift in local patterns. Daily, the area sees approximately 2 crimes reported, a figure that translates to one crime occurring for every 223 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate contextualises the numbers for residents, offering a tangible sense of frequency. The population of 11,837 means that even a small absolute change in crime count has a discernible impact on the rate. The increase aligns with November’s seasonal factors—dark evenings during Bonfire Night and the shopping rush of Black Friday—both of which may contribute to heightened activity in certain crime categories. While the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average, the month-on-month shift underscores the need for continued monitoring of local trends.