Crime Rate in Netteswell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Netteswell

The total recorded crimes in Netteswell, Harlow, UK in February 2025 are around 71 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Netteswell crime rate of 3.52 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Netteswell, encompassing approximately 20,162 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (29) incidents (-9.38% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (11.11% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Netteswell Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Edinburgh Gate with total crimes: 8
  • The Dashes with total crimes: 7
  • The Hides with total crimes: 5

How safe is Netteswell?

To understand the safety of Netteswell, we need to analyze Netteswell crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Harlow:

    • In 2024, Netteswell demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Harlow average, with 972 crimes compared to 994.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Netteswell witnessed more crimes than 6 out of 10 other cities.

    • In 2023, Netteswell experienced a greater number of crimes than the Harlow average, with 1,102 crimes compared to 1,013. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Netteswell witnessed more crimes than 6 out of 10 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Harlow, Netteswell has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Netteswell Crime Statstics

In February 2025 the Netteswell has recorded 71 crimes with crime rate of 3.52 ranking 4th out of 10 in the Harlow, UK

In 2024, the total Netteswell crimes were 972. The crime rate of Netteswell in 2024 was 48.21 (year) or 4.02 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Harlow.

In 2023, the total crimes in Netteswell were around 1,102 crimes with yearly crime rate of 54.66 (year) or 4.55 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Harlow.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Harlow)CrimesRank (Harlow)CrimesRank (Harlow)
Toddbrook170 12,256 11,879 1
Mark Hall96 21,362 31,495 2
Little Parndon and Hare Street68 51,437 21,456 3
Bush Fair91 3863 7920 6
Staple Tye58 61,210 41,253 4
Old Harlow54 7918 6782 7
Sumners and Kingsmoor31 10557 8675 8
Harlow Common40 8527 9655 9
Great Parndon33 9387 11449 11
Church Langley24 11444 10482 10

Netteswell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 40 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (37 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (17 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (34 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 372 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 31.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202529
January 202532
December 202435
November 202426
October 202430
September 202429
August 202432
July 202440
June 202422
May 202437
April 202426
March 202434

A total of 61 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20255
January 20257
December 20246
November 20243
October 20243
September 20241
August 20248
July 20243
June 20244
May 20245
April 20248
March 20248

A total of 37 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20256
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 20244
July 20243
June 20242
May 20241
April 20244
March 20245

A total of 78 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20255
December 20249
November 20249
October 20243
September 20248
August 20243
July 20247
June 202416
May 20244
April 20244
March 20246

A total of 92 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202510
January 20259
December 20246
November 202410
October 20246
September 20244
August 202410
July 20246
June 20246
May 202410
April 202411
March 20244

A total of 24 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20245
September 20241
August 20241
July 20244
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 99 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20257
January 20257
December 20247
November 202413
October 202410
September 20248
August 20246
July 20246
June 202414
May 20245
April 202412
March 20244

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20254
December 20242
October 20243
August 20246
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241
March 20241

A total of 20 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20244
March 20242

A total of 22 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241
March 20243

A total of 102 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.50 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20258
December 20249
November 20249
October 20245
September 20245
August 202410
July 20242
June 202416
May 202414
April 202417
March 20246

A total of 27 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20244
October 20241
August 20246
July 20241
June 20246
May 20243
April 20241
March 20243

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20241
October 20244
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241
March 20241

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Netteswell in February 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Netteswell postcode area is presented below.

1. Edinburgh Gate (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs2
Vehicle crime1
2. The Dashes (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Other crime2
3. The Hides (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Arbour Mews (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting2
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
6. Commonfields (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
7. Maddox Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. The Downs (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
9. Harlow Town (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
10. Further/Higher Educational Building (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1

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