Stansted Mountfitchet Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Stansted Mountfitchet’s November 2025 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents places it 39.7% below the UK average, reflecting a consistently safer environment compared to national trends. The area’s crime profile is shaped by its semi-rural character, with a mix of residential and commercial activity that may influence patterns of criminal behaviour. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category at 11 incidents (25% of total), were 57% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, suggesting a low prevalence of violent crime despite the seasonal context of Bonfire Night. This could be attributed to the area’s smaller population and community-oriented policing efforts that may deter aggressive incidents. Conversely, criminal damage and arson rose by 16.7% compared to the previous month, reaching seven incidents—32% above the UK average. This may be linked to the timing of Bonfire Night, a period historically associated with increased fire-related incidents. Shoplifting and other thefts, while lower than the UK average, remain significant contributors to the local crime profile, indicating vulnerabilities in retail environments or unsecured premises. The absence of major festivals in November, compared to summer months, likely contributed to the overall decline in crime, as outdoor activity and public gatherings are typically reduced. However, the rise in burglary cases highlights the need for continued vigilance in property security, particularly during darker evenings. The area’s relatively low crime rate, combined with its proximity to larger urban centres like London, underscores a balance between rural tranquillity and commuter accessibility, which may influence both crime trends and policing priorities. These dynamics suggest that while Stansted Mountfitchet remains a safer area than the national average, localized factors such as seasonal events and property-related vulnerabilities continue to shape its crime profile.

November 2025 saw a 100% increase in burglary cases, rising from zero to two incidents, a shift that may reflect heightened vulnerability during darker evenings or changes in local activity patterns. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 66.7% (from six to two incidents), suggesting a possible impact of seasonal events or community initiatives during the month. The category of criminal damage and arson rose by 16.7% (from six to seven incidents), slightly exceeding the UK average by 32%, which could indicate targeted acts during the lead-up to Bonfire Night or increased property-related tensions. Drug-related offences fell by 80% (from five to one), a stark decline that may align with the end of university term breaks or reduced social gatherings in the area. These fluctuations in specific crime types, alongside the overall drop in the rate compared to the previous month, illustrate a dynamic local crime profile shaped by both seasonal rhythms and localized factors.

Stansted Mountfitchet’s November 2025 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 46.4% decline from the previous month’s 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a significant drop in overall criminal activity. This reduction aligns with the seasonal context of November, which typically sees lower outdoor activity due to shorter evenings and the absence of major festivals compared to other months. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the month, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When considering the population-scaled perspective, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 230 residents over the course of November, highlighting the area’s comparative safety. This monthly exposure rate, while modest, remains consistent with broader trends observed in similar rural and semi-rural communities where community cohesion and lower population density contribute to reduced crime rates. The contrast with the UK average—where the national rate stood at 7.3 per 1,000—further illustrates Stansted Mountfitchet’s position as a below-average area for crime, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour and drug-related offences.