Crime Rate in St George's: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in St George's

The total recorded crimes in St George's, Castle Point, UK in July 2025 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a St George's crime rate of 0.19 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 St George's, encompassing approximately 87,723 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-68.75% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
St George's Crime Hotspots

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

  • Moreland Close with total crimes: 4
  • Oak Walk with total crimes: 2
  • Overton Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is St George's?

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

  • Relative to Castle Point:

    • In 2024, St George's demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Castle Point average, with 174 crimes compared to 419.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, St George's recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 13 other areas in the Castle Point.

    • In 2023, St George's had fewer crimes than the Castle Point average, with 215 crimes compared to 440. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, St George's recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 13 other areas in the Castle Point.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

St George's Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the St George's has recorded 17 crimes with crime rate of 0.19 ranking 14th out of 13 in the Castle Point, UK

In 2024, the total St George's crimes were 174. The crime rate of St George's in 2024 was 11.07 (year) or 0.92 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Castle Point.

In 2023, the total crimes in St George's were around 215 crimes with yearly crime rate of 17.61 (year) or 1.47 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Castle Point.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (St George's)CrimesRank (St George's)CrimesRank (St George's)
Canvey Island Central37 4551 3753 1
Canvey Island South50 3642 1683 2
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's 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 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Drugs also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (1 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

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

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Other crime (5 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Criminal damage and arson were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) also being high.

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
October 20241
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 18 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20252
February 20252
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20243
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
August 20242

A total of 78 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 202516
May 20255
April 20257
March 20259
February 20256
January 20255
December 20248
November 20241
October 20249
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
February 20252
November 20245

A total of 7 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20252
January 20251
September 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
August 20241

High Crime Locations St George's in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the St George's postcode area is presented below.

1. Moreland Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Oak Walk (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
3. Overton Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Roseberry Avenue (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Woodside View (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Woodside Avenue (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
7. Leighton Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Fairview Crescent (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Overton Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sadlers (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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