Maldon Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Maldon’s November 2023 crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents placed it 37.3% below the UK average of 7.5, a stark contrast to the national picture of higher crime rates in many urban areas. The local crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 46.3% of all reported crimes, followed by other theft (13.6%) and public order offences (7.4%). These figures suggest a persistent focus on interpersonal crime, potentially influenced by the area’s character as a historic market town with a mix of residential and commercial activity. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—may have contributed to the spike in theft from the person and the doubling of burglary incidents. However, Maldon’s overall crime rate remains remarkably low, consistent with its status as a relatively rural district where crime tends to cluster in specific high-traffic areas rather than spread widely. The rate of violence and sexual offences, at 2.2 per 1,000, was 15% below the UK average, a trend that could reflect lower population density or more effective local policing strategies. Other categories, such as anti-social behaviour (0.3 per 1,000, 71% below UK average) and vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000, 40% below UK average), further highlight the area’s distinct position in the national crime profile. These patterns may be reinforced by Maldon’s limited nightlife and lower levels of transient populations compared to larger cities, factors that could reduce opportunities for certain types of crime.

November 2023 saw a notable 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from one to two incidents—a stark anomaly in an otherwise stable month. Burglary also doubled compared to October, with 18 incidents reported, potentially linked to seasonal factors such as darker evenings or increased home occupancy during holidays. Conversely, other crime fell by 37.5%, from eight to five cases, suggesting a possible shift in policing priorities or reduced opportunities for minor offences. Violence and sexual offences remained the largest category, accounting for 46.3% of all crimes, but their rate of 2.2 per 1,000 was 15% below the UK average of 2.6. This discrepancy may reflect Maldon’s character as a quieter, less densely populated area compared to major urban centres. Public order offences, at 0.4 per 1,000, were 25% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Maldon’s lower population density and fewer large-scale gatherings.

Maldon's crime rate in November 2023 rose 13.8% compared to the previous month, moving from 4.1 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in local patterns against a backdrop of consistent low crime. On average, 11 crimes were reported daily in November, a figure that translates to one crime for every 213 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while low, underscores the importance of vigilance during periods of heightened activity, such as Black Friday shopping or Bonfire Night events. The population-scaled perspective shows that Maldon remains significantly safer than the UK average, with its crime rate 37.3% below the national figure. However, the month-on-month rise suggests that local factors—such as increased foot traffic during seasonal events or changes in policing focus—may have influenced the numbers. These figures should be contextualised within Maldon’s character as a relatively rural district with a mix of historic and modern infrastructure, where crime tends to cluster in specific pockets rather than spread evenly.