Stansted Mountfitchet Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

August 2025 marked a notable shift in Stansted Mountfitchet’s crime profile, with a crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents — 21% below the UK average of 8.1. This built-up area within Uttlesford, home to approximately 10,108 people, experienced a complex mix of crime types, dominated by violence and sexual offences (41.5% of all reported crimes), vehicle crime (13.9%), and criminal damage and arson (10.8%). The seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month with increased tourism and transient populations, likely contributed to fluctuations in reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most common category, were 6% below the UK average, possibly reflecting the area’s relatively stable community dynamics. Conversely, vehicle crime — which saw a 131% increase over the UK average — may be linked to the presence of local businesses and commuter traffic. Shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, both significantly below the UK average, suggest that the area’s retail and residential environments may deter such crimes through effective local management. The overall low crime rate, combined with the absence of major spikes in property crime, indicates a generally secure environment, though the seasonal influx of visitors may occasionally strain local policing resources.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in August 2025 was the 100% increase in bicycle theft, which rose from zero to two reported incidents. This surge, while small in absolute terms, highlights a potential vulnerability in local security measures or shifts in criminal activity patterns during the summer months. Vehicle crime also increased by 50%, from six to nine cases, possibly reflecting the area’s proximity to major transport routes and the higher volume of vehicles during peak holiday periods. In contrast, burglary and drugs-related crimes both fell sharply — burglary dropped by 80% (from five to one) and drugs-related offences by 66.7% (from three to one), which may indicate the effectiveness of recent policing efforts or seasonal factors reducing opportunities for such crimes. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, but their rate was 6% below the UK average, a trend that could be attributed to the area’s lower population density and community-oriented policing strategies. Meanwhile, vehicle crime’s 131% above the UK average underscores a specific challenge for local authorities, requiring targeted interventions such as enhanced CCTV coverage or vehicle security initiatives.

The crime rate in Stansted Mountfitchet for August 2025 (6.4 per 1,000) was nearly identical to July’s rate of 6.5, reflecting a stable trend over the past month. On a daily basis, this translates to an average of two crimes per day, a figure that, while seemingly low, should be contextualised within the area’s population of 10,108 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 156 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area well below the UK average in most categories. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it suggests that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime remains relatively low. The stability in the overall rate, despite significant swings in specific categories, highlights the importance of monitoring sub-category trends rather than relying solely on aggregate figures. For instance, while vehicle crime rose sharply, other categories such as burglary and drugs-related offences declined, illustrating the dynamic nature of local crime patterns. This balance between rising and falling categories may indicate that the area’s policing strategies are effectively addressing certain issues while new challenges emerge, requiring continuous adaptation to maintain the current low crime environment.