Great Dunmow Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences surged unexpectedly in Great Dunmow during November 2025, reaching 27 incidents—17% above the UK average for this category. This marked shift contrasts with the area’s overall crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000, which remains 15.1% below the UK’s 7.3 per 1,000. The town’s crime profile was dominated by violent crimes (48.2% of total incidents), followed by criminal damage and arson (16.1%), highlighting a stark divergence from the national trend where property crime typically outpaces violent crime. Seasonal factors may have played a role: the dark evenings of late November could have contributed to increased incidents of violence, particularly in areas with limited street lighting. Conversely, property-related crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle crime fell sharply, with shoplifting declining by 33.3% month-on-month, linked to reduced foot traffic during Black Friday promotions. The data suggests a combination of local conditions and national trends, with Great Dunmow’s relatively low overall crime rate coexisting with pockets of elevated violence. This duality underscores the need for targeted policing strategies that address both the unique characteristics of the built-up area and broader seasonal influences.

November 2025 revealed striking contrasts in crime trends within Great Dunmow. Possession of weapons saw a 100% increase, rising from zero to one incident, while theft from the person also surged by 100%, marking a concerning uptick in personal safety concerns. These spikes occurred alongside a 50% decline in drug-related crimes, a shift that may reflect changes in local enforcement priorities or altered patterns of illicit activity. The town’s violent crime rate (3.0 per 1,000) stood 17% above the UK average, a stark anomaly given the area’s overall lower crime profile. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped by 42.9%, potentially linked to the end of school term holidays or seasonal changes in community activity. Vehicle crime also fell by 100% month-on-month, though this may be attributed to temporary factors such as reduced car parking in residential areas during the holiday period. Criminal damage and arson (1.0 per 1,000) was 89% above the UK average, suggesting a need for further investigation into localized causes such as vandalism in public spaces. These shifts highlight the importance of context-specific analysis, as national averages can mask significant variations at the local level.

Great Dunmow’s November 2025 crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 represents a 3.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.4 per 1,000, indicating a slight but consistent trend towards lower overall crime. On a daily basis, the town recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that provides residents with a tangible sense of the local context. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 162 residents, a ratio that places the area among the safer communities in the UK. This monthly exposure rate is particularly noteworthy when compared to the UK’s broader context, where the average resident faces a higher likelihood of encountering crime. The population of 9,084 further scales these statistics, emphasizing that the town’s relatively low crime rate is maintained despite its built-up character. While the overall trend is positive, the elevated rates of violent crime and criminal damage compared to national averages suggest that certain areas or demographics may require more focused attention. The combination of these factors illustrates that while Great Dunmow remains a generally safe place to live, specific challenges persist that warrant continued monitoring and targeted interventions.