Great Dunmow Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Great Dunmow’s crime profile in May 2025 reveals a nuanced interplay between property and violent crime, with the former narrowly surpassing the latter. The overall crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents, 30.9% below the UK average of 8.1, reflects a combination of low-level offending and effective local policing. Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) accounted for 33.3% of total crimes, a share that, while significant, remains 33% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour (13.7%) and criminal damage (11.8%) followed closely, illustrating the area’s challenges with disorder and vandalism. These patterns align with the characteristics of a built-up area within Uttlesford, where a mix of residential, retail, and community spaces may contribute to the prevalence of anti-social behaviour and property-related offences. May’s seasonal context—marked by bank holidays and longer evenings—likely influenced the increase in shoplifting and other theft, as outdoor drinking and socialising intensified. However, the overall rate remains lower than the UK average, suggesting that local factors such as community engagement, policing strategies, or the area’s demographic makeup may play a role in maintaining this disparity. The relatively low burglary rate (1 incident) and vehicle crime (2 incidents) further indicate that the area’s built-up nature may limit opportunities for more serious property crimes, though the sharp rise in other theft highlights vulnerabilities that require attention.

May 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with other theft surging by 500% (from 1 to 6 incidents) and shoplifting doubling to three cases, marking a stark departure from the previous month’s trends. These increases contrast with notable declines in public order offences (-75%), vehicle crime (-60%), and burglary (-50%), suggesting a shifting focus in criminal activity. The balance between property and violent crimes remained closely contested, with property crimes (19) narrowly outpacing violent crimes (17), a dynamic that may reflect the area’s mix of residential and retail spaces. Violence and sexual offences, at 17 incidents, remained 33% below the UK average (2.8 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour was 44% below the UK rate (1.4 per 1,000). For residents, the sharp rise in other theft—now comprising 11.8% of total crimes—may warrant attention to securing personal belongings in public spaces, particularly as May’s longer evenings bring more outdoor activity.

Great Dunmow’s crime rate in May 2025 fell by 19.2% compared to April, dropping from 6.9 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the area’s broader trend of maintaining a crime rate consistently below the UK average, which stood at 8.1 per 1,000 for the same period. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly two crimes reported each day in May, a figure that reflects the relatively low overall rate but remains a tangible reminder of local security challenges. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 178 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the scale of incidents for residents. This rate, while low, underscores the importance of continued vigilance, particularly given the seasonal shifts in activity that May brings, such as extended evenings and increased socialising. The population of 9,084 means that even minor fluctuations in crime numbers can have noticeable impacts on community perception, though the current data suggests a stable and manageable crime environment.