Maldon Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Maldon's crime profile in February 2024, accounting for 53.3% of all reported crimes — a stark contrast to the UK average where this category is slightly lower. The area's overall crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents marked a 35.2% deficit compared to the UK's 7.1 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently safer profile. This low rate aligns with Maldon's character as a mid-sized district with a mix of historic town centres and suburban areas, where community engagement and lower population density may contribute to crime prevention. Seasonal factors appear to influence patterns: February's winter conditions, with reduced outdoor activity, may have shifted criminal focus towards indoor spaces and retail environments, as evidenced by the 200% surge in shoplifting. The dominance of violent crime, however, remains a critical area for local authorities to address, particularly given its significant share of total incidents. While the rate of violence and sexual offences is 4% below the UK average, the high proportion of such crimes relative to other categories suggests a need for targeted strategies to mitigate this trend. The relatively low rates of property crime, including burglary and vehicle crime, further reinforce Maldon's position as a district with a strong safety record, though the 150% increase in 'other crime' highlights potential gaps in data collection or emerging challenges that require further investigation.

February 2024 saw a 200% surge in shoplifting, rising from 5 to 15 incidents — a sharp increase that may reflect seasonal patterns or changes in retail activity. Meanwhile, burglary fell 61.9% compared to January, with reported cases dropping from 21 to 8. This decline aligns with broader trends in property crime, which collectively remain 39-67% below UK averages. Violent crimes, though still the dominant category, were 4% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.4 vs 2.5 per 1,000). The 150% increase in 'other crime' (from 4 to 10) raises questions about underreported or evolving categories. These shifts underscore the importance of tracking specific crime types rather than relying on aggregated figures alone. The 100% drop in robbery and drugs-related crimes may indicate successful local interventions or temporary disruptions in criminal activity, though further data is needed to confirm causality.

Maldon's crime rate in February 2024 rose to 4.6 per 1,000 residents, an 18.4% increase from January's 3.9 per 1,000. This shift, while notable, remains within the broader context of Maldon's historically low crime profile. The daily average of 11 reported crimes aligns with the area's pattern of relatively infrequent incidents, though this figure should not be interpreted as an indicator of safety in isolation. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 219 residents — a statistic that, when considered alongside Maldon's population of 69,131, underscores the district's position as a mid-sized area where community dynamics and spatial characteristics may influence crime trends. The rise in violence and sexual offences, despite remaining 4% below the UK average, suggests a need for continued analysis of local factors such as seasonal fluctuations and community engagement. While the overall rate is significantly below national benchmarks, the interplay between population density and crime prevention strategies remains a critical consideration for local authorities.