Chigwell Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Chigwell, the crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 in November 2025 translates to a daily risk that is arguably lower than in many comparable areas, with the local rate 32.9% below the UK average. This figure, while not negligible, suggests that the built-up area within Epping Forest maintains a relatively safe environment, particularly when considering the seasonal context of late autumn. The top crime categories—violence and sexual offences (43.3% of total), vehicle crime (15.0%), and burglary (10.0%)—illustrate a community where interpersonal conflicts and transport-related incidents dominate, consistent with the characteristics of a commuter-oriented or semi-rural built-up area. The prevalence of violence, though lower than the UK average, may be linked to the area’s mix of residential and commercial spaces, where late-night activity and seasonal events like Black Friday shopping could contribute to heightened tensions. Vehicle crime, however, stands out as a significant local anomaly, with a rate 75% above the UK average, reflecting the presence of commuter parking zones or high-traffic roads that make vehicles more vulnerable to theft or damage. Meanwhile, burglary, though lower than the UK average, remains a concern, with the 10.0% share of total crimes indicating that property security remains a priority for residents. The seasonal context of November—marked by dark evenings and events such as Bonfire Night—may also influence the nature of crimes, with increased visibility challenges and transient crowds affecting both violent and property crime rates. These patterns, while not definitive, offer insights into how local geography and seasonal rhythms interact with crime trends, providing a nuanced understanding of risk for those living in the area.

November 2025 saw a 25.0% increase in other theft, rising from four to five incidents, though this remains a minor category overall. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 85.7%, dropping from seven to one incident, a shift that may reflect the influence of seasonal events such as Bonfire Night, which could have drawn attention away from routine anti-social activity. The area’s violent crime rate—2.1 per 1,000—was 18% below the UK average, a contrast to the 75% spike in vehicle crime, which stood at 0.7 per 1,000. This divergence suggests that while violent crime remains a local concern, vehicle-related offences are higher, linked to parking density or traffic patterns in the built-up area. For residents, the drop in burglary by 40.0% (from 10 to 6) offers a tangible reassurance, indicating that efforts to secure properties may have had a measurable impact.

In November 2025, Chigwell’s crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents marked a 23.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.4 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the typical seasonal pattern observed in built-up areas, where crime rates often dip in late autumn as outdoor activities wane and community events like Bonfire Night pass. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day, a figure that translates to a manageable local risk for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 204 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure as relatively low compared to the UK average. This rate is further softened by the area’s population size—12,217 residents—meaning individual risk remains dispersed across a larger demographic. The drop in anti-social behaviour and burglary, coupled with the stability in violent crime, suggests that local measures or seasonal factors may have contributed to the overall downward trend without further data.