Rochford Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly half of all reported crimes in Rochford during October 2024, making them the dominant category in the district's crime profile. This category's prevalence, at 1.7 per 1,000 residents, was 36% below the UK average, underscoring Rochford's generally safer environment compared to national trends. The overall crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents placed the area 51.9% below the UK average, a gap that aligns with Rochford's likely character as a smaller, possibly rural or semi-rural district with lower population density. The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings and the Halloween period—may have influenced patterns, with violent crimes more visible during reduced daylight hours. Public order offences and anti-social behaviour followed as the next most common categories, contributing 11.6% and 9.9% respectively, both significantly below UK averages. This suggests that while violent crime remains the primary concern, other categories are managed effectively through local initiatives or environmental factors. The low rates of property crimes, particularly shoplifting and burglary, which were 86% and 70% below UK averages respectively, may reflect a combination of community engagement, retail security measures, and the area's geographic profile, which may lack the high-footfall environments typical of major urban centres. These patterns collectively illustrate a district where violent crime remains the most pressing issue, but overall safety levels are markedly higher than national benchmarks.

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, contributing 43.9% of total incidents—36% below the UK average. This category's prevalence may partly explain Rochford's overall low crime rate, as violent crimes often dominate statistical profiles in smaller districts. A striking increase was seen in other theft, which surged by 136.4% compared to September, rising from 11 to 26 incidents. This jump could indicate seasonal vulnerabilities, such as increased opportunities during Halloween or changes in retail activity. Conversely, bicycle theft fell sharply by 66.7%, dropping from 3 to 1, reflecting improved bike security measures or reduced outdoor activity in cooler weather. The data also shows shoplifting rates were 86% below the UK average, suggesting effective retail crime prevention strategies in local businesses.

Rochford's crime rate in October 2024 remained stable at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, matching the rate from the previous month. This consistency suggests no abrupt shifts in policing strategies or community dynamics during the period. On a daily basis, 11 crimes were reported across the district, translating to roughly one incident for every 254 residents over the course of the month. While this figure is lower than the UK average, it reflects a pattern of relatively low crime density typical of smaller local authority areas. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a crime risk significantly below national benchmarks, with violent crime rates 36% below the UK average. This contrast highlights Rochford's distinct security profile compared to larger urban centres, where higher population density often correlates with elevated crime rates.