Maldon Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Maldon's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 53.1% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This marked improvement continued a trend of declining crime rates in the area, which has historically maintained a lower-than-average profile. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 47.2% of all reported incidents, though their rate (1.8 per 1,000) was 36% below the UK average. Public order offences (10.2% share) and anti-social behaviour (8.3% share) followed, with both categories significantly below national averages. Seasonal factors may have contributed to these patterns, as May's longer evenings and Bank Holiday periods typically correlate with increased outdoor socialising and associated public order incidents. However, the overall reduction in crime—particularly in shoplifting and criminal damage—suggests effective policing strategies or community initiatives may be yielding results. The area's relatively low crime profile, combined with its rural-urban mix of coastal communities and historic market town character, likely contributes to its distinct crime dynamics compared to larger urban centres.

May 2025 saw a 56.3% drop in shoplifting, bringing the total to 7 incidents—down from 16 in April. This decline may reflect heightened police presence in retail zones or seasonal changes in consumer behaviour during May's longer evenings. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, increasing by 120% to 22 incidents, possibly linked to the Bank Holiday period and increased socialising in public spaces. Meanwhile, violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 47.2% of all reported incidents, though their rate (1.8 per 1,000) was 36% below the UK average. The most dramatic shift was the 500% increase in possession of weapons, rising from 1 to 6 cases—a figure that, while small in absolute terms, may indicate emerging patterns requiring targeted intervention. These fluctuations highlight the need for continuous monitoring of both declining and rising trends in specific crime categories.

Maldon's crime rate in May 2025 fell to 3.8 per 1,000 residents, a 3.3% decline from the previous month's 4.0 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with a broader trend of year-on-year improvements in local safety. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 9 crimes reported each day in May, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 261 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, though direct comparisons are not provided for this metric. The population context reveals that Maldon's crime rate remains well below the national average, with its 69,131 residents experiencing a crime rate 53.1% lower than the UK's 8.1 per 1,000. While the overall trend is positive, fluctuations in specific categories—such as the sharp rise in possession of weapons—warrant careful monitoring to ensure sustained improvements.