Takeley and Little Canfield Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Takeley and Little Canfield’s crime rate in December 2025 stood at 20.5 per 1,000 residents, more than double the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This stark divergence highlights the area’s unique position within national crime trends, with a 192.9% gap that underscores the need for targeted local solutions. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (24.7% of total incidents), anti-social behaviour (20.3%), and other theft (16.5%), reflecting patterns that may be linked to the area’s demographics and seasonal dynamics. December, with its Christmas shopping peak, party season, and extended periods of darkness, likely contributed to the rise in violent and property crimes. The prominence of anti-social behaviour could be tied to increased social interactions during the holiday season, while the high rate of other thefts may indicate vulnerabilities in retail or community spaces. Vehicle crime, which rose sharply by 44.4% month-on-month, may be connected to the area’s infrastructure, such as parking arrangements or the movement of vehicles during festive events. These patterns, while not directly attributable to any single factor, suggest that the area’s crime profile is influenced by a combination of local conditions and seasonal rhythms.

December 2025 saw a 52.4% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 21 to 32 incidents. This surge, combined with a 50% rise in drug-related crimes and a 44.4% jump in vehicle crime, points to shifting patterns in local criminal activity. While anti-social behaviour and other thefts remain the most prevalent issues, public order offences dropped by 50%, possibly due to reduced event attendance or increased community vigilance during the holiday season. The area’s violent crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 is 98% above the UK average of 2.6, a stark contrast that may reflect the area’s social dynamics and seasonal pressures. Residents may find the 16.2% month-on-month increase in overall crime rate particularly concerning, as it suggests persistent challenges in maintaining public safety despite efforts to address specific issues like theft and drug activity.

Takeley and Little Canfield's crime rate in December 2025 rose by 16.2% compared to November, climbing from 17.6 to 20.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase places the area significantly above the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, with a 192.9% gap that underscores the area's distinct challenges. On a daily basis, 5 crimes were reported over 31 days, a figure that may reflect seasonal pressures such as Christmas shopping and holiday gatherings. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 49 residents, a rate that, while localized, highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of 7,721 people. This monthly exposure is nearly double the UK average, which is typically around 1 in 100 residents for the same period. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a higher risk of encountering crime than the national average, though local factors such as community density and seasonal activity patterns likely play a role in this disparity.