Is Bocking and Braintree Safe?
Crime statistics for Bocking and Braintree. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Last 36 months — 11,512 total crimes recorded in Bocking and Braintree
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bocking and Braintree safe?
Bocking and Braintree has a CrimeRadar safety score of 10/100, rated High Crime. 3,472 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Bocking and Braintree has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Bocking and Braintree in the last 12 months?
3,472 crimes were recorded in Bocking and Braintree in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 11.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,933 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Bocking and Braintree?
The most common crime in Bocking and Braintree is Violent Crime, with 4,889 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 140.8% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Bocking and Braintree increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Bocking and Braintree is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 11.7% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Bocking and Braintree?
Bocking and Braintree has a safety score of 10 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Bocking and Braintree compare to the Essex Police average?
Bocking and Braintree has a safety score of 10/100, while the Essex Police force area average is 10/100. Bocking and Braintree is in line with the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Bocking and Braintree?
52.5% of crimes in Bocking and Braintree resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Bocking and Braintree?
4,889 violent crimes were recorded in Bocking and Braintree in the last 12 months, representing 140.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 1,113 incidents.
When was the crime data for Bocking and Braintree last updated?
The crime data for Bocking and Braintree was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Bocking and Braintree with other areas?
You can compare Bocking and Braintree with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.