Rural Redbridge Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2024, Rural Redbridge recorded 10 crimes across its population of 1,803 residents, translating to a crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000. This figure, while a 150% increase from the previous month’s rate of 2.2 per 1,000, remains 27.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. The area’s crime profile was dominated by property-related offences, with shoplifting accounting for 30% of all incidents. Other theft followed closely at 20%, and violence and sexual offences made up another 20%. These patterns align with seasonal dynamics, as September marks the return to school and university freshers, potentially increasing foot traffic in retail areas and creating opportunities for shoplifting. The relatively low overall rate may reflect the area’s rural nature, where sparse population density and community networks could deter some forms of crime. However, the sharp rise in specific categories like drugs and public order offences suggests localized pressures, linked to increased social activity during the transition into autumn. The UK average comparison underscores that while Rural Redbridge is generally safer than the national average, targeted interventions may still be needed to address emerging trends in property crime.

September 2024 marked a stark rise in specific crime types, with drugs, other theft, and public order offences all doubling from zero to one incident each. This surge, while limited in absolute numbers, reflects a notable shift in the crime mix, with non-violent property-related offences dominating the landscape. Shoplifting, accounting for 30% of total crimes, stood at 1.7 per 1,000 residents—150% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. This discrepancy suggests localized factors, such as increased foot traffic during the back-to-school period or specific retail vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, violent crimes remained significantly below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 1.1 per 1,000—58% lower than the national rate of 2.6 per 1,000. This contrast may be influenced by the area’s rural character, where community cohesion and lower population density could contribute to reduced violent incidents.

Rural Redbridge's crime rate in September 2024 rose sharply to 5.6 per 1,000 residents, a 150% increase from the previous month's rate of 2.2 per 1,000. This jump, while significant, still places the area 27.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of 0 crimes per day over the month—a figure that, while technically precise, may not fully reflect the lived experience of residents. When scaled to the area’s population of 1,803, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 180 residents. This ratio highlights the relatively low overall crime volume, even as specific categories like shoplifting and drugs show marked increases. The small population size means that even a modest number of incidents can create a visible impact on community safety perceptions, particularly when crimes cluster in certain areas or times of day.