Great Dunmow Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 178 residents in Great Dunmow, one crime was reported in September 2025, translating to a crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 people — 24.3% below the UK average of 7.4. This rate suggests that a resident faces a roughly 1-in-178 chance of experiencing a reported crime during the month, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.3% of all incidents, followed by vehicle crime (13.7%) and other theft (9.8%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up town within a rural district, where public spaces and local transport hubs may contribute to certain crime types. The seasonal context of September — the start of the academic year and the transition to shorter evenings — may influence crime dynamics, with increased foot traffic in retail areas contributing to shoplifting incidents. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Great Dunmow (1.9 per 1,000) is 26% below the UK average, which could reflect local policing strategies or community engagement efforts. However, vehicle crime remains a standout concern, with the local rate (0.8 per 1,000) 100% above the UK average (0.4 per 1,000), linked to the town’s proximity to major roads or commuter routes.

September 2025 saw sharp increases in shoplifting, vehicle crime, and bicycle theft, with shoplifting surging 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents) and vehicle crime rising 133% (from 3 to 7). These jumps contrast with declines in anti-social behaviour (-66.7%) and drugs-related crimes (-75%), suggesting shifting patterns in local activity. The vehicle crime rate (0.8 per 1,000) is 100% above the UK average, highlighting a specific vulnerability in this category. Meanwhile, the rate of violence and sexual offences (1.9 per 1,000) remains 26% below the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the area’s relatively low population density and effective local policing. For residents, the 300% increase in shoplifting is a concrete data point: local retailers may need to enhance security measures during the freshers’ week period, when student populations are concentrated in town centres. The rise in vehicle crime also underscores the need for vigilance in car parks and roadside areas, particularly as September marks the start of the academic year and increased traffic.

The crime rate in Great Dunmow rose 15.9% from August 2025 (4.8 per 1,000) to 5.6 per 1,000 in September, reflecting a modest but notable upward trend. On a daily basis, this translates to roughly two crimes reported each day — a figure that, while low, indicates the presence of active policing or community reporting mechanisms. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 178 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average (which would be approximately 1 in 136 residents if the UK rate of 7.4 per 1,000 were applied). This disparity is particularly evident in categories like violence and sexual offences, where Great Dunmow’s rate is 26% below the UK average. However, the 100% above-average rate for vehicle crime (0.8 vs 0.4 per 1,000) suggests specific vulnerabilities, possibly tied to the area’s infrastructure or commuter patterns. When viewed through the lens of population size (9,084 residents), the 51 total crimes reported in September equate to a manageable frequency for a small built-up area, though the rise in shoplifting and vehicle crime highlights areas for targeted intervention.