Rural Redbridge Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of just 1,803 residents, the 9 crimes recorded in September 2023 translate to a crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 — 37.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This rate, while low, reveals a nuanced picture of local crime patterns shaped by the area's rural yet built-up character. The most prevalent crime type was other theft (4 incidents, 44.4% of total), a category that was 267% higher than the UK average for this category (0.6 per 1,000). This stark contrast suggests that while overall crime is low, theft in this specific category may be influenced by local factors such as the presence of small retail outlets or transient populations. Violence and sexual offences (1 incident, 11.1% of total) and anti-social behaviour (1 incident, 11.1% of total) both fell below the UK average, with the former being 78% below the national rate. The seasonal context of September — a time when schools and universities are resuming — may have contributed to the lower rates of violent crime, as increased community activity could deter such incidents. However, the significant overrepresentation of other theft compared to the UK average indicates a need to examine local retail security measures or patterns of foot traffic. The low overall crime rate, combined with the specific spikes in certain categories, underscores the importance of contextual analysis when interpreting crime statistics for rural built-up areas.

September 2023 witnessed significant shifts in crime patterns, with other theft increasing by 100% (from 0 to 4 incidents) — a category that was 267% above the UK average. This surge, despite the overall low crime rate, suggests localized factors influencing theft trends, possibly linked to seasonal movements such as back-to-school activities. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 66.7% (from 3 to 1 incident), aligning with the UK average for this category (2.7 per 1,000) but remaining well below it. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by two-thirds, mirroring the decline in violent crime. Possession of weapons — a category 757% above the UK average — saw a 100% increase from zero to one incident, raising questions about the availability of such items in the area. These shifts highlight the volatility of crime trends even in low-rate environments, where a single incident can significantly alter category proportions.

Rural Redbridge's crime rate in September 2023 (5.0 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 10.1% decrease from August's 5.6 per 1,000, indicating a continuing downward trend. Daily crime statistics show only 0.3 crimes per day on average, highlighting the area's low overall activity. When considering population context, the monthly exposure figure reveals that over the course of September, one crime occurred for roughly every 200 residents — a rate significantly lower than the UK average. This suggests that despite the small population, the area maintains a relatively safe environment. The daily crime count, while low, provides a granular view of local patterns, showing that most days saw no reported incidents. This contrast with the UK's higher average underscores the unique characteristics of Rural Redbridge, where crime prevention efforts may be more effective or the population structure differs from larger urban centres. The low frequency of incidents also aligns with the area's rural nature, where community cohesion and limited public spaces may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime.