Rochford Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rochford's crime profile in November 2025 reveals a clear dominance of violent crime over property crime, a pattern that may reflect local dynamics. With a total crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents—39.7% below the UK average of 7.3—the area remains significantly safer than the national benchmark. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 48.1% of all crimes (189 incidents), far outpacing property crimes (105 incidents). This imbalance suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts or public safety challenges. Anti-social behaviour (8.4%) and criminal damage (7.1%) followed, both well below UK averages. Seasonal factors may play a role: November’s dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night could influence patterns of violence and disorder. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, yet Rochford’s rate of 2.1 per 1,000 is 18% lower, indicating effective local interventions or demographic factors such as a more stable population. However, the area’s relatively low rates for shoplifting (52% below UK average) and vehicle crime (50% below) suggest that retail and transportation hubs may not be major contributors to crime here. This mix of figures illustrates a community where personal safety concerns outweigh property-related issues, though further analysis would be needed to explore why this balance persists.

November 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with anti-social behaviour increasing by 43.5% (23 to 33 incidents) and possession of weapons rising by 50% (2 to 3). These changes may reflect heightened tensions during the month’s darker evenings or the timing of local events. Conversely, burglary fell by 20% (15 to 12) and robbery halved (4 to 2), possibly due to seasonal factors or reduced foot traffic during the post-Black Friday period. The violent crime category, at 189 incidents, remains 18% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a figure that contrasts with the area’s overall safety profile. This suggests that while violence is a significant concern locally, it is less prevalent than in many other parts of the UK. For residents, the 43.5% increase in anti-social behaviour—now the second-most common crime type—may be a useful indicator of areas requiring community engagement or policing focus. Meanwhile, the sharp decline in robbery could signal a successful local initiative or simply a temporary dip in opportunistic crimes during the month.

Rochford’s crime rate in November 2025 rose slightly from 4.2 to 4.4 per 1,000 residents, a 4.8% increase over the previous month. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 13 crimes per day, a figure that provides context for local residents assessing risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 229 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable areas. With a population of 89,815, Rochford’s crime statistics must be viewed through the lens of its size and density. The area’s relatively low rates for property crimes—such as shoplifting (52% below UK average) and vehicle crime (50% below)—suggest that theft from businesses or vehicles may not be as prevalent as in other parts of the UK. However, the increase in anti-social behaviour and the persistence of violent crime as the leading category highlight areas where local strategies might need refinement. These figures, when compared to the UK average, underscore Rochford’s position as a relatively safe community, though the recent uptick in certain categories warrants attention from local authorities and residents alike.