Crime Rate in Canvey Island South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Canvey Island South

The total recorded crimes in Canvey Island South, Castle Point, UK in July 2025 are around 50 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Canvey Island South crime rate of 2.93 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 Canvey Island South, encompassing approximately 17,041 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (30) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-22.22% decrease)
  • Robbery: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Canvey Island South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Furtherwick Close with total crimes: 8
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 6
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 5

How safe is Canvey Island South?

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

  • Relative to Castle Point:

    • In 2024, Canvey Island South reported a higher crime volume than the Castle Point average, with 642 crimes compared to 419. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Canvey Island South witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 13 other areas in the Castle Point.

    • In 2023, Canvey Island South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Castle Point average, with 683 crimes compared to 440. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Canvey Island South witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 13 other areas in the Castle Point.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Castle Point, Canvey Island South has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Canvey Island South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Canvey Island South has recorded 50 crimes with crime rate of 2.93 ranking 3th out of 13 in the Castle Point, UK

In 2024, the total Canvey Island South crimes were 642. The crime rate of Canvey Island South in 2024 was 37.67 (year) or 3.14 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Castle Point.

In 2023, the total crimes in Canvey Island South were around 683 crimes with yearly crime rate of 40.08 (year) or 3.34 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Castle Point.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Canvey Island South)CrimesRank (Canvey Island South)CrimesRank (Canvey Island South)
Canvey Island Central37 4551 3753 1
Canvey Island West57 1622 2656 4
Canvey Island Winter Gardens55 2549 4661 3
St James35 6513 5426 5
Boyce36 5418 7401 6
Victoria24 11433 6365 9
Appleton27 8403 9384 7
Canvey Island East32 7292 12310 12
St Mary's19 13311 10378 8
St Peter's24 10408 8331 11
Canvey Island North26 9311 11361 10
Cedar Hall19 12244 13236 13
St George's17 14174 14215 14

Canvey Island South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 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 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 256 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202530
June 202515
May 202520
April 202511
March 202515
February 202522
January 202528
December 202418
November 202424
October 202414
September 202424
August 202435

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
December 20241
August 20241

A total of 88 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20259
May 202510
April 20251
March 20259
February 20258
January 20251
December 20248
November 202413
October 202411
September 20245
August 20246

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
April 20251
October 20241

A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
April 20258
March 20256
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 28 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20257
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 69 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20257
April 202510
March 20258
February 202511
January 20252
December 20241
November 20249
October 20245
September 20245
August 20245

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20253
March 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 46 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20253
April 20256
March 202512
February 20255
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20244
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20253

A total of 21 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.71 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20256
April 20252
March 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
August 20243

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
February 20251

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

MonthCount
February 20251

High Crime Locations Canvey Island South in July 2025

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

1. Furtherwick Close (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences7
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
4. Clifton Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Theft from the person1
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Public order2
6. Windsor Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
7. Ash Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Venables Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
9. Collindale Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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