Crime Rate in Uttlesford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Uttlesford

The total recorded crimes in Uttlesford, UK in March 2025 are around 501 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Uttlesford crime rate of 5.48 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 Uttlesford, encompassing approximately 91,344 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (163) incidents (18.12% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (58) incidents (-7.94% decrease)
  • Other theft: (51) incidents (6.25% increase)
Uttlesford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 67
  • Bassingbourn Road with total crimes: 12
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 12

Uttlesford Police Info:

Essex Police

How safe is Uttlesford?

To understand the safety of Uttlesford, we need to analyze Uttlesford crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Uttlesford has recorded 6,354 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 69.56 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 257 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 5,858 crimes with a crime rate of 64.13, ranking it 271 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to Essex:

    • In 2024, Uttlesford demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Essex average, with 6354 crimes compared to 11188.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Uttlesford witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 11 other cities.

    • In 2023, Uttlesford had fewer crimes than the Essex average, with 5,858 crimes compared to 10,805. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the city within the region that year. Furthermore, Uttlesford witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 11 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Uttlesford is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Essex, Uttlesford has a lower crime rate in 2024.

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

Uttlesford Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Takeley (132 crimes), and the safest, Ashdon (2 crimes), is 130 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Uttlesford.

Similarly, the area of Takeley, Airport & Mountfitchet South (166 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Audley End, Ashdon & the Chesterfords (14 crimes), with a difference of 152 crimes. This noticeable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Uttlesford.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Takeley132
Great Dunmow South & Barnston69
Stansted South & Birchanger35
Saffron Walden Audley27
Great Dunmow North27

Safest Wards:

Hatfield Heath5
Debden & Wimbish5
The Sampfords4
Stort Valley3
Ashdon2

Most Dangerous Areas:

Takeley, Airport & Mountfitchet South166
Flitch Green, Felsted & High Easter76
Stansted Mountfitchet & Elsenham57
Saffron Walden Town55
Great Dunmow53

Safest Areas:

Great Dunmow53
Newport, Littlebury & Clavering29
Hatfield Heath, Hallingburys & Rodings29
Thaxted, Great Sampford & Radwinter22
Audley End, Ashdon & the Chesterfords14

Uttlesford Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Uttlesford has recorded 501 crimes with crime rate of 5.48 ranking 10083th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 9 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 10 in terms of crime rate in Essex.

In 2024, the total Uttlesford crimes were 6,354. The crime rate of Uttlesford in 2024 was 69.56 (year) or 5.80 (month) ranking it 257 danzarous in the UK. Uttlesford ranked 9 in terms of total crimes and 9 in terms of crime rate in Essex.

In 2023, the total crimes in Uttlesford were around 5,858 crimes with yearly crime rate of 64.13 (year) or 5.34 (month) ranking 271 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Essex, Uttlesford ranked 10 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 10 as per crime rate of Uttlesford

CityMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Essex)CrimesRank (Essex)CrimesRank (Essex)
Maldon246 133,699 123,581 12
Rochford365 124,940 114,915 11
Castle Point474 115,871 106,160 9
Braintree875 911,752 811,413 8
Brentwood578 86,730 76,665 6
Colchester1,461 518,598 416,595 7
Chelmsford1,265 716,768 615,876 5
Epping Forest969 612,979 512,779 3
Tendring1,117 415,080 313,826 4
Basildon1,579 320,557 220,839 2
Harlow930 210,933 111,148 1

Uttlesford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (163 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (58 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 138 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 63 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (174 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (62 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 145 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 65 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (141 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (65 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (146 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (81 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (186 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (63 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (165 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (74 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 188 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 77 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (292 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (142 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 69 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.90 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20256
January 20254
December 20243
November 202412
October 20246
September 20247
August 20247
July 202410
June 20248

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20243
July 20241

A total of 342 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 34.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 68 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202527
January 202522
December 202437
November 202430
October 202439
September 202429
August 202441
July 202433
June 202468

A total of 83 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20259
January 20255
December 20246
November 20247
October 20248
September 202410
August 20248
July 20243
June 202416

A total of 640 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 64.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 116 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202551
February 202548
January 202562
December 202465
November 202457
October 202468
September 202436
August 202474
July 202463
June 2024116

A total of 164 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 16.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202515
January 202516
December 20249
November 202412
October 202416
September 202415
August 20248
July 202422
June 202438

A total of 170 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 17.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202512
January 202515
December 202420
November 202418
October 202422
September 202415
August 202416
July 20247
June 202428

A total of 443 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 44.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 96 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202547
February 202529
January 202536
December 202430
November 202436
October 202452
September 202435
August 202441
July 202441
June 202496

A total of 260 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 26.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202541
February 202520
January 202524
December 202424
November 202414
October 202422
September 202424
August 202437
July 202420
June 202434

A total of 14 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 407 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 40.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 72 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202529
February 202535
January 202543
December 202437
November 202433
October 202445
September 202441
August 202439
July 202433
June 202472

A total of 1738 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 173.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 292 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025163
February 2025138
January 2025174
December 2024145
November 2024141
October 2024146
September 2024186
August 2024165
July 2024188
June 2024292

A total of 731 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 73.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 142 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202558
February 202563
January 202553
December 202459
November 202465
October 202481
September 202463
August 202470
July 202477
June 2024142

A total of 313 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 31.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202546
February 202528
January 202546
December 202427
November 202429
October 202414
September 202412
August 202414
July 202435
June 202462

High Crime Locations Uttlesford in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total67
Shoplifting13
Other theft13
Anti-social behaviour12
Violence and sexual offences11
Vehicle crime5
Possession of weapons4
Public order3
Drugs3
Theft from the person1
Other crime1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Bassingbourn Road (Map)
Total12
Other theft5
Theft from the person2
Shoplifting2
Drugs2
Possession of weapons1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting11
Drugs1
4. Coopers Villas (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour9
Vehicle crime1
5. The Street (Map)
Total9
Burglary6
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Shepherds Hey (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences9

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