Takeley and Little Canfield Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Takeley and Little Canfield, August 2023 saw a crime rate of 17.9 per 1,000 — 121% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This rate translates to a personal risk that, while not extreme, is higher than national norms. The most common crimes were 'other theft' (27.5% of all incidents) and anti-social behaviour (23.9%), both of which far exceed UK averages. Other theft, at 4.9 per 1,000, was 678% above the national rate, a figure that may reflect the area’s built-up character and potential for opportunistic crime in shared spaces. Anti-social behaviour, at 4.3 per 1,000, was also 199% above the UK average, possibly linked to the social dynamics of a small, close-knit community where disputes may escalate quickly. Violence and sexual offences (2.7 per 1,000) were 2% above the UK average, a marginal difference that suggests no significant deviation from national trends. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as August is a peak holiday month in this area, increasing transient populations and leaving homes unoccupied. This could contribute to burglary risks, though the rate for burglary (0.5 per 1,000) was 47% above the UK average but not as extreme as other categories. The data also shows a stark contrast in crime types: while property crimes (55 incidents) dominate, violent crimes (21) remain a persistent concern. These patterns may be consistent with the area’s mix of rural and built-up environments, where retail and residential zones coexist, creating opportunities for both property and personal crime. Residents should consider these factors when assessing local safety, particularly during periods of high tourism or seasonal change.

August 2023 brought stark shifts in crime patterns, with 'other crime' surging by 100% to 4 incidents — a category that includes unclassified offences and may reflect reporting changes or emerging issues. Burglary rose by 33.3% to 4 cases, likely tied to increased tourism during the summer holiday season, as empty homes may have created vulnerabilities. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 87.5%, from 8 to 1, due to reduced car usage during the peak holiday period. The area’s 'other theft' rate (4.9 per 1,000) was 678% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the built-up nature of the area, where retail and residential density could concentrate opportunities for theft. Meanwhile, 'criminal damage and arson' fell by 71.4%, linked to lower foot traffic during August. These fluctuations underscore the need for residents to remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high transient populations.

In August 2023, Takeley and Little Canfield recorded a crime rate of 17.9 per 1,000 residents, an 11.0% decrease from July’s 20.1 per 1,000. This marks a modest improvement but still places the area 121% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to roughly 4 crimes reported each day — a figure that, while low in absolute terms, reflects the area’s relatively small population of 7,721. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 56 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a tightly knit community. The drop in vehicle crime by 87.5% (from 8 to 1) and criminal damage and arson by 71.4% (from 7 to 2) suggests seasonal factors may have influenced patterns, though the absence of a clear UK daily benchmark means these trends remain context-specific to the area. Residents may find the monthly exposure figure particularly useful for understanding risk in relation to their local population size.