Epping Forest Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Epping Forest's crime profile in July 2025, accounting for 40.7% of total incidents. This category, with 401 recorded cases at a rate of 2.9 per 1,000, is 5% below the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000. The local crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 is 16.3% lower than the UK's 8.6 per 1,000, a disparity that reflects Epping Forest's relatively safer environment. Seasonal factors likely contribute to this pattern, as July's peak summer conditions align with increased social activity and tourism. The area's crime mix shows a pronounced emphasis on violent offences over property crimes, with 401 violent incidents compared to 358 property crimes. This imbalance may be partly explained by Epping Forest's character as a largely rural district with a mix of suburban and semi-rural communities, where interpersonal conflicts and alcohol-fuelled incidents may be more prevalent during warmer months. While vehicle crime remains significantly higher than the UK average, other categories like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting are lower, suggesting a combination of local demographics and environmental factors. The seasonal context of July—schools out, festivals, and outdoor events—likely amplifies certain crime types, particularly those tied to public spaces and social gatherings.

July 2025 saw a dramatic 400% increase in theft from the person, rising from 2 to 10 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 150% rise in bicycle theft, highlights shifting patterns in personal safety concerns. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 42.5% compared to June, with incidents dropping from 106 to 61. This decline may reflect seasonal factors, as summer holidays and festivals could have drawn fewer opportunistic thefts in retail areas. Vehicle crime in Epping Forest remains 105% above the UK average, with 105 incidents recorded at a rate of 0.8 per 1,000. This stark contrast to the UK's 0.4 per 1,000 underscores the area's unique vulnerabilities, linked to its commuter demographics or local transport infrastructure. Residents may find the 40.7% share of violent crimes particularly relevant, as this category dominates the local crime profile.

Epping Forest's crime rate in July 2025 rose by 10.1% compared to June's 6.5 per 1,000, reaching 7.2 per 1,000. This increase, while notable, still keeps the area 16.3% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics reveal 32 incidents reported each day in July, a figure that may reflect heightened activity during peak summer months. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 139 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the local population. This statistic, when considered alongside Epping Forest's population of 137,451, suggests that while crime is present, it remains relatively low compared to national benchmarks. The rise in reported crimes could be partially attributed to increased foot traffic during festivals and events.