The crime rate in Takeley and Little Canfield, located within the Uttlesford district, is considerably higher than both the Essex average and the national average. Data indicates a crime rate of 214.5 incidents per 1,000 residents. To put this into perspective, the UK average sits at 91.6 incidents per 1,000 residents. This means the crime rate in Takeley and Little Canfield is more than double the national average.
This elevated crime rate is reflected in the area’s safety score, which stands at 57 out of 100. The UK average safety score is 79, further highlighting the comparatively lower perceived safety in Takeley and Little Canfield. It's important to note that a lower safety score suggests a greater feeling of unsafety amongst residents.
Comparing Takeley and Little Canfield to its surrounding areas offers a more nuanced picture. Takeley Street and High Roding both report a crime rate of 0.0 per 1,000 residents, indicating exceptionally low crime levels. Hatfield Broad Oak, however, has a crime rate of 71.3 per 1,000 residents, which is still significantly lower than Takeley and Little Canfield’s rate.
The substantial difference in crime rates between Takeley and Little Canfield and areas like Takeley Street and High Roding suggests that localised factors may be at play. These factors could include variations in population density, socioeconomic conditions, or reporting practices. It is crucial to remember that crime rate statistics represent reported crimes, and may not fully reflect the overall security situation. Further investigation into the specific types of crimes occurring and the underlying causes would be beneficial to understanding and addressing the elevated crime rate in Takeley and Little Canfield.