Epping Forest Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Epping Forest’s February 2024 crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents marked a 9.9% deficit compared to the UK average of 7.1, reflecting the district’s consistently lower-than-average criminality. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 35.5% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 2.3 per 1,000—8% below the UK average. This pattern aligns with the area’s character as a largely rural and suburban district, where community cohesion and limited urban density may contribute to lower violent crime rates. However, vehicle crime emerged as an outlier, with a rate of 0.9 per 1,000—105% above the UK average—highlighting a potential vulnerability in local infrastructure or vehicle security practices. The seasonal context of February, a winter month with reduced outdoor activity and pre-spring lull, may have contributed to the overall decline in crime compared to the previous month, though the spike in vehicle-related offences suggests a more combination of factors. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.6 per 1,000, was 43% below the UK average, reinforcing the perception of Epping Forest as a relatively stable and low-risk area. These figures, when contextualised with the district’s geography and demographics, illustrate a place where crime remains manageable but requires targeted attention to address specific vulnerabilities.

February 2024 saw a stark rise in robbery incidents, jumping from six to 14 cases—a 133.3% increase. This surge, coupled with a 50% rise in possession of weapons (from six to nine cases), highlights a shift in the nature of violent crime in the district. Vehicle crime remained elevated, with a rate 105% above the UK average, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in local vehicle security practices or increased targeting of parked vehicles. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 50% (from two to one incident), possibly influenced by colder weather deterring outdoor activity. Other theft also declined by 30.9%, from 94 to 65 cases, indicating a possible seasonal reduction in opportunistic crimes. These fluctuations, while significant, remain within the broader context of Epping Forest’s generally lower crime profile compared to the UK average.

Epping Forest’s crime rate in February 2024 fell to 6.4 per 1,000 residents, a 5.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.8. This decline aligns with the typical seasonal pattern observed in the area, where colder weather and reduced outdoor activity during winter months contribute to lower overall crime levels. On a daily basis, the district recorded approximately 30 crimes per day in February, a figure that, while consistent with historical trends, underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity even during periods of lower engagement. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure to crime was 1 in every 156 residents, a ratio that remains stable compared to other months in the year. This statistic offers residents a concrete benchmark to contextualise their personal risk, though localised factors—such as the distribution of high-risk areas within the district—can influence individual experiences significantly.