Crime Rate in Thaxted & the Eastons: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Thaxted & the Eastons

The total recorded crimes in Thaxted & the Eastons, Uttlesford, UK in May 2025 are around 28 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Thaxted & the Eastons crime rate of 44.73 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 Thaxted & the Eastons, encompassing approximately 626 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (166.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Thaxted & the Eastons Crime Hotspots

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

  • Wolseys Chase with total crimes: 5
  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 2
  • Star Mead with total crimes: 2

How safe is Thaxted & the Eastons?

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

  • Relative to Uttlesford:

    • In 2024, Thaxted & the Eastons demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Uttlesford average, with 286 crimes compared to 289.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Thaxted & the Eastons witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 21 other areas in the Uttlesford.

    • In 2023, Thaxted & the Eastons experienced a greater number of crimes than the Uttlesford average, with 307 crimes compared to 266. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Thaxted & the Eastons witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 21 other areas in the Uttlesford.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Uttlesford, Thaxted & the Eastons has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Thaxted & the Eastons Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Thaxted & the Eastons has recorded 28 crimes with crime rate of 44.73 ranking 6th out of 21 in the Uttlesford, UK

In 2024, the total Thaxted & the Eastons crimes were 286. The crime rate of Thaxted & the Eastons in 2024 was 456.87 (year) or 38.07 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Uttlesford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Thaxted & the Eastons were around 307 crimes with yearly crime rate of 490.42 (year) or 40.87 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Uttlesford.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Thaxted & the Eastons)CrimesRank (Thaxted & the Eastons)CrimesRank (Thaxted & the Eastons)
Takeley143 11,646 11,043 1
Stansted South & Birchanger41 3683 2684 2
Saffron Walden Shire45 2327 5358 5
Great Dunmow South & Barnston34 4569 3562 3
Great Dunmow North33 5377 4362 4
Saffron Walden Audley26 7311 6347 6
Elsenham & Henham21 9306 7289 8
Felsted & Stebbing21 8261 10231 12
Stansted North18 11239 12260 9
Broad Oak & the Hallingburys19 10285 9239 10
Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts16 12248 11237 11
Saffron Walden Castle11 15156 13193 13
Newport11 13142 14189 14
Flitch Green & Little Dunmow11 14108 16109 16
High Easter & the Rodings10 16126 15122 15
Hatfield Heath6 1784 1770 17
Debden & Wimbish6 1855 1870 18
Clavering5 1934 2155 19
Ashdon2 2139 1942 21
The Sampfords2 2234 2248 20
Stort Valley3 2038 2041 22

Thaxted & the Eastons Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Drugs also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20243
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 172 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 13.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202516
April 20256
March 20259
February 202515
January 202513
December 20244
November 202413
October 202411
September 202417
August 202413
July 202414
June 202428
May 202413

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242

A total of 20 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 15 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 25 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
September 20242
August 20243
July 20245

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241

High Crime Locations Thaxted & the Eastons in May 2025

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

1. Wolseys Chase (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
2. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Star Mead (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
4. Bellrope Meadow (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Brown'S End Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1
6. Cranham Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Park Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Duck Street (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
9. Butchers Pasture (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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