Crime Rate in Canvey Island North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Canvey Island North

The total recorded crimes in Canvey Island North, Castle Point, UK in March 2025 are around 16 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Canvey Island North crime rate of 1.00 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 North, encompassing approximately 16,001 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (-27.27% decrease)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Canvey Island North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 4
  • Essex Road with total crimes: 2
  • Chamberlain Avenue with total crimes: 1

How safe is Canvey Island North?

To understand the safety of Canvey Island North, we need to analyze Canvey Island North 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 North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Castle Point average, with 311 crimes compared to 419.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Canvey Island North recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 13 other cities.

    • In 2023, Canvey Island North had fewer crimes than the Castle Point average, with 361 crimes compared to 440. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Canvey Island North recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 13 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Canvey Island North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Canvey Island North has recorded 16 crimes with crime rate of 1.00 ranking 14th out of 13 in the Castle Point, UK

In 2024, the total Canvey Island North crimes were 311. The crime rate of Canvey Island North in 2024 was 19.44 (year) or 1.62 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Castle Point.

In 2023, the total crimes in Canvey Island North were around 361 crimes with yearly crime rate of 22.56 (year) or 1.88 (month) ranking 10 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
Appleton39 5403 9384 7
Boyce25 9418 7401 6
Victoria32 6433 6365 9
St Peter's30 7408 8331 11
St Mary's19 12311 10378 8
Canvey Island East24 10292 12310 12
Cedar Hall23 11244 13236 13
St George's19 13174 14215 14

Canvey Island North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (3 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 Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 13 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 20 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20244
October 20241
September 20243
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 20244
April 20242

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 127 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.58 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 202511
January 20255
December 202414
November 20245
October 202411
September 202416
August 20246
July 202413
June 202416
May 20247
April 202415

A total of 13 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
December 20241
November 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
April 20241

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241
August 20243
July 20245
April 20242

A total of 35 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20255
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20244
July 20243
June 20246
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20243
July 20244
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 7 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
August 20242

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
July 20241
May 20243

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Canvey Island North in March 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
2. Essex Road (Map)
Total2
Public order2
3. Chamberlain Avenue (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Knightswick Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
5. Eton Close (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
6. Hilversum Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Genk Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Athos Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Newlands Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Abensburg Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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