Rochford Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The balance between property and violent crime in Rochford during November 2023 reveals a distinct pattern. With a total crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents, the area recorded 169 property crimes and 131 violent crimes, highlighting property-related offences as the dominant category. This 42.7% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000 underscores Rochford’s relatively safer environment. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 34.3% of all incidents, though this rate remains 42% below the UK average. Vehicle crime, at 14.1% of total crimes, stood out as a notable contributor to the property crime category and was 20% above the UK average. This discrepancy may reflect local factors such as traffic density or parking infrastructure. Seasonal dynamics also played a role: the onset of dark evenings and the Black Friday shopping period could have influenced retail-related incidents, though shoplifting rates were 64% below the UK average. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences were significantly lower than national levels, suggesting effective community policing or local initiatives. The overall picture illustrates a combination of regional characteristics and national trends, with Rochford’s crime profile shaped by both its urban infrastructure and seasonal rhythms.

November 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Bicycle theft surged by 200%, rising from one to three incidents—a stark increase that may reflect heightened activity during Bonfire Night or increased visibility of bikes in colder weather. Possession of weapons also rose by 50%, moving from four to six cases. Other theft increased by 40.7%, potentially linked to holiday shopping or seasonal retail activity. In contrast, robbery fell sharply by 60%, dropping from five to two incidents, due to increased foot traffic or policing efforts around major shopping areas. Vehicle crime, a key property-related category, dropped by 53% to 54 incidents—a notable decrease that may relate to improved vehicle security measures or reduced traffic during the month. The property-violent crime balance remained skewed toward property offences, with vehicle crime and other thefts contributing disproportionately. This mix contrasts with the UK average, where violent crime typically dominates. Rochford’s lower rates for violent offences—such as anti-social behaviour (71% below UK average) and public order issues (43% below)—suggest a community with relatively strong social cohesion, though property crime rates for vehicle theft remain a concern.

Rochford’s crime rate in November 2023 was 5.8 per 1,000 in the previous month, marking a 26.5% decrease. This decline aligns with the seasonal shift from autumn to winter, a period historically associated with reduced outdoor activity and heightened police presence in public spaces. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 13 crimes per day—a figure that, while locally relevant, does not directly compare to UK-wide data. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 235 residents, a monthly exposure rate that translates to roughly a 0.4% chance of experiencing a crime. This statistic, when contextualised against Rochford’s population of 89,815, suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while overall crime is lower than the UK average, certain categories like vehicle crime remain elevated. This contrast highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where local conditions—such as traffic patterns or retail infrastructure—may contribute to higher rates of specific offences.