Crime Rate in Appleton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Appleton

The total recorded crimes in Appleton, Castle Point, UK in March 2025 are around 39 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Appleton crime rate of 0.83 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 Appleton, encompassing approximately 46,897 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (45.45% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (3) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
Appleton Crime Hotspots

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

  • St Clement'S Crescent with total crimes: 6
  • Malwood Road with total crimes: 3
  • Clifton Avenue with total crimes: 3

How safe is Appleton?

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

  • Relative to Castle Point:

    • In 2024, Appleton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Castle Point average, with 403 crimes compared to 419.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Appleton recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 13 other cities.

    • In 2023, Appleton had fewer crimes than the Castle Point average, with 384 crimes compared to 440. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Appleton witnessed more crimes than 7 out of 13 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Castle Point, Appleton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Appleton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Appleton has recorded 39 crimes with crime rate of 0.60 ranking 5th out of 13 in the Castle Point, UK

In 2024, the total Appleton crimes were 403. The crime rate of Appleton in 2024 was 34.71 (year) or 2.89 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Castle Point.

In 2023, the total crimes in Appleton were around 384 crimes with yearly crime rate of 30.96 (year) or 2.58 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Castle Point.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Castle Point)CrimesRank (Castle Point)CrimesRank (Castle Point)
Canvey Island Central45 3551 3753 1
Canvey Island South64 2642 1683 2
Canvey Island West67 1622 2656 4
Canvey Island Winter Gardens29 8549 4661 3
St James42 4513 5426 5
Boyce25 9418 7401 6
Victoria32 6433 6365 9
St Peter's30 7408 8331 11
St Mary's19 12311 10378 8
Canvey Island North16 14311 11361 10
Canvey Island East24 10292 12310 12
Cedar Hall23 11244 13236 13
St George's19 13174 14215 14

Appleton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 169 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.08 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202511
January 20259
December 202417
November 202412
October 202419
September 202412
August 202411
July 202418
June 202418
May 20248
April 202418

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.45 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 39 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20253
December 20246
November 20244
October 20245
September 20242
August 20241
July 20245
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 40 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.71 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20252
December 20242
October 20247
July 20241
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 36 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20246
September 20242
August 20242
July 20246
June 20244
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 32 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
December 20245
November 20241
October 20242
September 20245
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20246
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20244

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 1 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

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
May 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations Appleton in March 2025

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

1. St Clement'S Crescent (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Other theft1
Robbery1
2. Malwood Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Clifton Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
4. Thundersley Park Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Kimberley Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Felstead Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. St Clements Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. London Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. High Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
10. High Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2

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