Epping Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category in Epping during June 2023, accounting for 38.6% of all reported crimes. This dominance of violent crime, which occurred at a rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents, places Epping 8% below the UK average for this category. The overall crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents is 16.5% lower than the UK average of 8.5, reflecting a generally safer environment compared to the national picture. However, the area's crime profile reveals notable contrasts: while violent crime remains below the UK average, criminal damage and arson (1.0 per 1,000) are 56% higher than the national benchmark, and public order offences (0.8 per 1,000) are 19% above. These discrepancies may be influenced by local factors, such as the built-up nature of Epping, which could contribute to higher levels of vandalism or disputes in shared spaces. Seasonal context also plays a role, as June marks the beginning of summer, a time when outdoor activities and longer daylight hours may influence crime patterns. While violent crime remains the most significant category, the relatively low rates of property crime—such as vehicle crime (0.6 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000)—suggest that Epping's residential and commercial areas are not experiencing the same pressures seen in more densely populated urban centres. This mixed picture highlights the importance of tailored approaches to crime prevention, focusing on both reducing violent incidents and addressing the specific challenges posed by property-related offences.

June 2023 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with criminal damage and arson surging by 150% compared to the previous month, marking a stark rise from four to ten incidents. Public order offences also doubled, increasing from four to eight, while robbery incidents rose by 100%, from one to two. These sharp increases contrast with a 20% decline in shoplifting, which fell from five to four incidents. The dominance of violent crimes—accounting for 38.6% of all reported incidents—remains a defining feature of Epping's crime profile, though this category is 8% below the UK average. Criminal damage and arson in Epping are 56% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect local factors such as seasonal activities or targeted vandalism. For residents, the doubling of public order offences is a key concern, as it directly impacts the perceived safety of public spaces.

Epping's crime rate in June 2023 rose by 11.1% compared to the previous month, moving from 6.4 to 7.1 crimes per 1,000 residents. While this increase is modest, it reflects a slight uptick in reported incidents across the area. On a daily basis, the built-up area recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while low, provides a tangible sense of frequency for local residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 141 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains significantly below the UK average. This statistic underscores Epping's relatively safe environment, even as the rate climbed slightly from May. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the increase, the area continues to perform well compared to the national average, with most crime categories falling below UK benchmarks. However, the rise in specific offences such as criminal damage and arson suggests a need for localized attention to emerging patterns.