Great Wakering Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Great Wakering's crime rate in October 2025 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, 33.8% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure reflects a combination of local dynamics and seasonal factors, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime profile. These incidents accounted for 60.6% of all reported crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average for this category. Public order offences also rose sharply, contributing 21.2% of total crimes—108% above the UK average. The seasonal context of October, with darker evenings and the approach of Halloween, likely contributes to these trends, as increased nighttime activity can exacerbate issues in public spaces. While property crimes remained minimal (just 3 incidents), the rise in violent and public order offences suggests a shift in crime patterns that may be linked to the area's character as a built-up area within Rochford. This location, situated in a commuter belt near London, may see fluctuations in population and activity levels that influence crime trends. The overall low crime rate contrasts with the significant increases in specific categories, underscoring the need for targeted awareness without overgeneralizing the area's safety profile.

Violence and sexual offences increased by 81.8% in October, rising from 11 to 20 incidents. This category alone accounts for 60.6% of all reported crimes, significantly exceeding the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 (17% above). Public order offences also surged, with a 133.3% increase from 3 to 7 incidents—a 108% jump above the UK average. These rises contrast sharply with decreases in anti-social behaviour (-66.7%) and criminal damage and arson (-33.3%). Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas where public order issues have spiked, as these incidents often occur in high-traffic zones or during evening hours. The surge in violence may be linked to seasonal factors, such as darker evenings and Halloween-related activity.

Great Wakering's crime rate in October 2025 rose 10% compared to September, from 4.6 to 5.1 per 1,000 residents. While this remains 33.8% below the UK average of 7.7, the increase in specific categories warrants attention. On average, one crime was reported per day in October, a figure that translates to roughly one incident for every 198 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK's average, which would be higher given the overall national rate. However, the shift in crime mix—particularly the surge in public order offences—suggests localized pressures that may not be fully captured by aggregate statistics. The population-scaled perspective shows that while the area remains relatively safe, the proportion of violent crimes has risen sharply, which could affect residents' perceptions of safety despite the overall low rate.