Maldon Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Maldon's crime rate in September 2024 stood at 4.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 45.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure, while relatively low, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal rhythms. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 52.2% of all recorded crimes, with a rate of 2.2 per 1,000—16% below the UK average. Public order offences followed, contributing 11.3% of the total, while criminal damage and arson made up 7.9%. The area's crime profile is shaped by its character as a coastal town with a mix of historic residential areas and commercial districts. September, typically marked by the return of students and the start of the academic year, may have influenced patterns in violent crime, though the absence of a significant increase in such incidents is noteworthy. The sharp rise in bicycle theft, from zero to one incident, contrasts with the overall trend of declining crime rates, suggesting that localized factors—such as the timing of university freshers' week or changes in cycling infrastructure—may be at play. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime and burglary, at 0.1 and 0.1 per 1,000 respectively, align with Maldon's reputation as a safer area compared to the national average. However, the 100% increase in bicycle theft highlights the need for targeted awareness campaigns, particularly during periods of heightened cycling activity. The data also underscores the importance of continued monitoring of crime trends, as even small shifts in specific categories can signal broader changes in community dynamics or policing effectiveness.

September 2024 saw a stark 100% increase in bicycle theft, with one incident reported after none in August. This anomaly stands out against a backdrop of broader reductions, including a 50% drop in anti-social behaviour and a 50% decrease in burglary cases. Violent crime remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 52.2% of all incidents.2 per 1,000 was 16% below the UK average. Public order offences also fell below the UK average by 11%, with 0.5 per 1,000 reported in Maldon compared to 0.6 nationally. The sharp rise in bicycle theft, despite Maldon's overall low crime profile, may be linked to seasonal factors such as the start of the academic year, which brings increased cycling activity. This contrast with the declines in other categories highlights the unpredictable nature of crime trends, even in areas with consistently low rates. Residents may find the 100% increase in bicycle theft particularly noteworthy, given the absence of such incidents in the previous month.

Maldon's crime rate in September 2024 fell to 4.2 per 1,000 residents, a 6.7% decline from the previous month's rate of 4.5 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with a broader trend observed over recent months, though September's figure remains 45.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 10 reported crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the persistent nature of local crime patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 238 residents, a measure that contextualises the scale of crime within the district's population of 69,131. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which would likely be significantly higher given Maldon's status as a relatively low-crime area. The decrease in anti-social behaviour and burglary cases, coupled with a drop in possession of weapons, suggests that recent policing efforts or community initiatives may be contributing to this downward trend, though further data would be needed to confirm such a link.