Chigwell Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Chigwell’s crime profile in June 2025, accounting for 46.9% of all reported incidents—a stark contrast to the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, where Chigwell’s rate of 2.5 per 1,000 was 13% lower. This category’s 25% month-on-month increase from 24 to 30 cases highlights a shift in local crime patterns, potentially influenced by the start of summer, when outdoor activities and public gatherings may heighten opportunities for such crimes. The overall crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000—35.8% below the UK average—reflects a broader trend of relative safety, likely attributable to Chigwell’s suburban character within Epping Forest, where a mix of residential areas, green spaces, and limited commercial hubs may reduce exposure to high-crime environments. Other categories, such as anti-social behaviour and public order offences, were significantly below UK averages (72% and 49% below, respectively), a pattern consistent with the area’s lower population density and stronger community cohesion. However, vehicle crime and criminal damage stood out as exceptions, with rates 89% and 21% above the UK average, respectively, linked to the area’s proximity to transport routes or the presence of older properties vulnerable to vandalism. These discrepancies underscore the complexity of local crime dynamics, where geographic and socioeconomic factors interact to produce a profile distinct from both urban and rural counterparts.

June 2025 saw a notable 25% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 24 to 30 incidents. This spike, while still below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000 (Chigwell’s rate was 2.5 per 1,000), suggests a potential shift in local dynamics, possibly linked to summer activities or increased foot traffic in public spaces. Conversely, other crime categories showed marked declines: burglary fell by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), and other crime dropped by 75% (from 4 to 1), indicating a possible reduction in opportunistic crimes. Vehicle crime and criminal damage stood out as anomalies, with rates 89% and 21% above the UK average, respectively. These figures may reflect local challenges, such as the area’s proximity to transport hubs or the presence of older infrastructure. For residents, the sharp drop in burglary—now at a historic low—could signal the success of recent community safety initiatives or increased awareness of property security.

Chigwell's June 2025 crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 represents a 9.8% decrease from May’s 5.8 per 1,000, marking a continued downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 191 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of monthly exposure in a localised sense. Daily crime counts averaged two incidents per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s generally safe profile. When compared to the UK average, Chigwell’s overall crime rate remains 35.8% below the national figure, a disparity that underscores the effectiveness of local policing or demographic factors such as a relatively affluent population. This contrast is particularly evident in categories like burglary and anti-social behaviour, where Chigwell’s rates are significantly lower than the UK average. However, the area’s unique position within Epping Forest—a mix of suburban and semi-rural characteristics—may also contribute to its distinct crime profile, with fewer opportunities for certain types of crime compared to densely populated urban centres.