Crime Rate in Canvey Island Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Canvey Island Central

The total recorded crimes in Canvey Island Central, Castle Point, UK in May 2025 are around 60 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Canvey Island Central crime rate of 2.61 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 Central, encompassing approximately 22,948 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (24) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
Canvey Island Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Second Avenue with total crimes: 6
  • Stuart Close with total crimes: 6
  • The Weald with total crimes: 4

How safe is Canvey Island Central?

To understand the safety of Canvey Island Central, we need to analyze Canvey Island Central 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 Central reported a higher crime volume than the Castle Point average, with 551 crimes compared to 419. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Canvey Island Central witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 13 other areas in the Castle Point.

    • In 2023, Canvey Island Central experienced a greater number of crimes than the Castle Point average, with 753 crimes compared to 440. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Canvey Island Central witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 13 other areas in the Castle Point.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Castle Point, Canvey Island Central 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 Central Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Canvey Island Central has recorded 60 crimes with crime rate of 2.61 ranking 1th out of 13 in the Castle Point, UK

In 2024, the total Canvey Island Central crimes were 551. The crime rate of Canvey Island Central in 2024 was 24.01 (year) or 2.00 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Castle Point.

In 2023, the total crimes in Canvey Island Central were around 753 crimes with yearly crime rate of 32.81 (year) or 2.73 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Castle Point.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Canvey Island Central)CrimesRank (Canvey Island Central)CrimesRank (Canvey Island Central)
Canvey Island South44 4642 1683 2
Canvey Island West56 2622 2656 4
Canvey Island Winter Gardens51 3549 4661 3
St James26 11513 5426 5
Appleton43 5403 9384 7
Boyce34 7418 7401 6
Victoria26 10433 6365 9
St Mary's38 6311 10378 8
St Peter's30 9408 8331 11
Canvey Island East30 8292 12310 12
Canvey Island North22 12311 11361 10
Cedar Hall19 13244 13236 13
St George's10 14174 14215 14

Canvey Island Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 44 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20252
March 20252
February 20254
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20247
August 20241
July 20244
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 47 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.70 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20255
February 20256
January 20256
December 20241
November 20245
October 20245
September 20246
July 20249

A total of 239 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 18.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202524
April 202516
March 202522
February 202513
January 202520
December 20245
November 202427
October 202420
September 202416
August 202414
July 202415
June 202436
May 202411

A total of 62 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.77 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20253
March 20254
February 20259
January 202511
December 20243
November 20242
October 20246
September 20242
August 20246
July 20243
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 18 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20245
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 9 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 77 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20254
March 20254
February 20256
January 20257
December 20248
November 20244
October 202411
September 20244
August 20243
July 20247
June 20246
May 20246

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
February 20253
January 20251
October 20243
August 20241
July 20243
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 19 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20253
January 20251
December 20241
September 20243
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
May 20241

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20242
September 20242
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20243
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
October 20241

High Crime Locations Canvey Island Central in May 2025

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

1. Second Avenue (Map)
Total6
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
2. Stuart Close (Map)
Total6
Public order2
Shoplifting2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. The Weald (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. West Crescent (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Little Gypps Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
7. First Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
8. Village Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Thielen Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Urmond Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2

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