Ashingdon Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Ashingdon during April 2025 reveals a stark contrast to national trends, with violent crimes dominating the profile. Of the 11 total crimes reported, 5 (45.5%) were violence and sexual offences, a category that is 69% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This imbalance suggests a unique local dynamic, possibly influenced by community structures or seasonal factors such as Easter and spring activities. Property crimes, though fewer in number, accounted for 18.2% of the total, with criminal damage and arson at 0.3 per 1,000, 47% below the UK average. The low overall rate of 1.7 per 1,000 is 77.9% below the national average, reflecting a broader pattern of safety that may be linked to the area's built-up characteristics within Rochford. Seasonal context adds nuance: as April transitions from winter to spring, increased outdoor activity and Easter-related events could influence crime patterns, though the data shows a marked decrease in violent incidents compared to the previous month. The presence of possession of weapons at 0.2 per 1,000, 186% above the UK average, introduces an outlier that may require further scrutiny. This anomaly, along with the low rates of anti-social behaviour and drugs offences, illustrates a community where most crimes are concentrated in violent categories, but overall safety remains a defining feature.

April 2025 saw a 16.7% decrease in violent crimes, from six to five incidents, marking a notable reduction in this category. Conversely, possession of weapons rose by 100%, with one reported case, a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This anomaly may reflect isolated incidents or heightened awareness leading to increased reporting. Criminal damage and arson also doubled, rising from one to two cases, suggesting potential seasonal factors or local events influencing property-related offences. The crime mix remains heavily skewed toward violent crimes, which account for 45.5% of total incidents, significantly below the UK average for this category. Public order offences, though minimal, saw a 100% increase, indicating a shift in the nature of community interactions during the month.

Ashingdon's crime rate in April 2025 fell to 1.7 per 1,000 residents, a 15.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 2.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as spring weather and Easter-related activities may have shifted community interactions. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day in April, highlighting the exceptionally low frequency of incidents. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure equates to one reported crime for every 580 residents, a figure that underscores the area's relative safety compared to national averages. While this statistic is local-specific, it provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, showing that the likelihood of encountering crime remains minimal. The population context further illustrates that even with 11 total crimes, the impact is diluted across the 6,382 residents, reinforcing the area's status as a low-crime environment.