Great Dunmow Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2023, Great Dunmow recorded 46 crimes, equating to one reported incident for every 197 residents over the month. This rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents places the area 36.3% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, a significant disparity that underscores its relative safety. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 47.8% of all incidents (22 cases), followed by other theft (15.2%) and anti-social behaviour (8.7%). These figures align with the area's built-up character within Uttlesford, where social interactions in public spaces may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Seasonal factors also appear to influence the pattern: the clocks going back in October and the onset of darker evenings may have heightened concerns around personal safety. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.7 per 1,000, meaning Great Dunmow's rate is 11% lower, a figure that could reflect the town's smaller population and its quieter, more residential nature. However, other theft remains 29% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may be linked to local economic dynamics or specific vulnerabilities in retail or community areas. The overall crime rate, while low, remains consistent with previous months, suggesting a stable but not entirely static security profile for the area.

October 2023 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Possession of weapons surged by 100% (from 0 to 1), while criminal damage and arson, and burglary each doubled (from 2 to 4 and 1 to 2 respectively). These increases contrast with a 22.2% drop in other theft and a 12% reduction in violence and sexual offences. The violent crime category remains 11% below the UK average, despite the month-on-month decrease. Other theft, however, is 29% above the UK rate, a stark anomaly. The shift in crime mix—from a property-focused balance in previous months to a more violent profile—may reflect seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween. Residents may find the 100% increase in weapon possession particularly concerning, given its potential implications for public safety.

In October 2023, Great Dunmow's crime rate fell to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 2.1% decrease from the previous month's 5.2 per 1,000. This represents a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 197 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents in a localised manner. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, aligning with the low overall rate. When compared to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, Great Dunmow remains significantly safer, with its rate 36.3% below the national figure. This population-scaled perspective highlights the area's relative security, particularly when considering its built-up nature within Uttlesford. The low volume of crimes—46 total—suggests that the area's small population and possibly its rural-adjacent character contribute to the manageable numbers.