Chadwell St Mary Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a built-up area of 10,614 residents, Chadwell St Mary recorded 80 crimes in November 2023—a rate of 7.5 per 1,000 people, exactly matching the UK average. This figure translates to one reported crime for every 133 residents over the course of the month, a context that helps frame the significance of specific incidents within the local population. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (26 cases, 32.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (11 cases, 13.8%) and vehicle crime (11 cases, 13.8%). These patterns align with the characteristics of a built-up area, where high population density and the presence of commercial zones may contribute to higher rates of property-related crimes. The seasonal context of November, with its dark evenings and the timing of events like Bonfire Night, likely influenced the prevalence of public order offences and vehicle crime. The relatively low rate of anti-social behaviour—1.0 per 1,000 compared to the UK average of 1.1—suggests that community policing or local initiatives may be having a measurable effect in this area. However, the sharp increase in vehicle crime compared to the UK average highlights a potential area for improvement, particularly given the built-up nature of the area and the likelihood of increased vehicle movement during the month. The balance between violent and property crimes also reflects a broader trend in UK urban centres, where personal safety and property security remain intertwined concerns for residents.

November 2023 saw dramatic fluctuations in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 175% (from 4 to 11 incidents) and public order offences increasing by 300% (from 1 to 4). These spikes may be linked to seasonal factors such as dark evenings and the timing of Bonfire Night, which could have influenced both vehicle-related activity and public disturbances. Conversely, other theft dropped by 66.7% (from 6 to 2), reflecting reduced foot traffic or heightened awareness during the month. The area's vehicle crime rate—1.0 per 1,000 residents—was 100% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, suggesting a localised vulnerability that could be tied to the built-up nature of the area and potential parking challenges. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remained the most common category (32.5% of total crimes), though they were 3% below the UK average. This mix of above- and below-average performance underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

Chadwell St Mary's November 2023 crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents matched the UK average exactly, though the distribution of crime types revealed distinct local patterns. The monthly exposure figure—1 reported crime for every 133 residents—places the area in line with national benchmarks. Daily crime activity averaged 3 incidents per day, a figure that, while relatively low, highlights the concentration of certain crime types. The 5.3% increase from the previous month's 7.2 per 1,000 rate was driven by sharp spikes in vehicle crime and public order offences, which may reflect the seasonal rhythm of November, including dark evenings and Bonfire Night events. This suggests that while the overall rate remains stable, localised factors such as lighting conditions or community events could temporarily amplify specific crime categories. The population-scaled perspective—80 crimes in a community of 10,614—illustrates that the area is not significantly more or less prone to crime than the UK average, but the mix of incidents deserves closer attention to local dynamics.