Loughton Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Loughton's crime rate in November 2025 was 6.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure 17.8% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This performance highlights the area's relatively low crime profile, particularly in categories such as violence and sexual offences, which occurred at a rate of 2.4 per 1,000—7% below the UK average. However, the data also reveals significant outliers: robbery rates were 82% above the UK average, while shoplifting and vehicle crime exceeded national benchmarks by 27% and 25%, respectively. These discrepancies suggest that while Loughton benefits from lower overall rates, specific categories—particularly those tied to retail and transport—require closer attention. The seasonal context of November, with its combination of Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended dark evenings, may have influenced these patterns. The dominance of violence and sexual offences (39.7% of total crimes) underscores the need for targeted community engagement, while the sharp decline in anti-social behaviour (53% below the UK average) indicates successful local initiatives. As a built-up area within Epping Forest, Loughton's crime profile reflects a mix of suburban characteristics and commuter traffic, which likely shape the types and frequencies of reported incidents. This data provides a nuanced picture of the area's safety landscape, balancing overall improvements with the need to address specific risk factors.

November saw a 30% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 10 to 13 incidents. This uptick may be linked to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night, which typically sees a surge in fire-related incidents. Conversely, other crime dropped by 75%, from four to one, reflecting a significant decline in minor incidents. Shoplifting remained a persistent issue, with rates 27% above the UK average, likely driven by Black Friday shopping activity in local retail hubs. Vehicle crime also exceeded the UK average by 25%, potentially influenced by the area's commuter traffic and parking patterns. The sharp decline in public order offences—down 38.9% to 11 incidents—suggests that community policing efforts or seasonal lulls in nightlife activity may have contributed to this reduction. These shifts underscore the dynamic nature of crime in Loughton and the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories.

Loughton's crime rate in November 2025 stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, a 17.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.3 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with typical seasonal patterns observed in built-up areas of Epping Forest, where crime often fluctuates with local events and weather. On average, the area recorded seven crimes per day in November, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 199 incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 168 residents, a ratio that places Loughton in a relatively safer position compared to the UK average. The population context further highlights the significance of these numbers: with 33,387 residents, the monthly exposure to crime remains low, suggesting that community-focused policing and local initiatives may be contributing to sustained reductions. These figures, when viewed alongside the UK's broader crime trends, illustrate how Loughton's specific geographic and demographic characteristics influence its crime profile.