Crime Rate in Greenstead: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Greenstead

The total recorded crimes in Greenstead, Colchester, UK in March 2025 are around 186 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Greenstead crime rate of 4.32 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 Greenstead, encompassing approximately 43,075 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (80) incidents (9.59% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (16) incidents (14.29% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (15) incidents (25.00% increase)
Greenstead Crime Hotspots

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

  • Acacia Avenue with total crimes: 12
  • Caelum Drive with total crimes: 11
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 11

How safe is Greenstead?

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

  • Relative to Colchester:

    • In 2024, Greenstead reported a higher crime volume than the Colchester average, with 1,993 crimes compared to 1,094. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Greenstead witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Greenstead experienced a greater number of crimes than the Colchester average, with 2,216 crimes compared to 976. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Greenstead witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Colchester, Greenstead has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Greenstead Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Greenstead has recorded 186 crimes with crime rate of 4.32 ranking 2th out of 16 in the Colchester, UK

In 2024, the total Greenstead crimes were 1,993. The crime rate of Greenstead in 2024 was 46.27 (year) or 3.86 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Colchester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Greenstead were around 2,216 crimes with yearly crime rate of 51.44 (year) or 4.29 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Colchester.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Colchester)CrimesRank (Colchester)CrimesRank (Colchester)
Castle255 14,070 13,263 1
New Town and Christ Church119 41,743 31,525 3
Mile End179 31,707 4971 5
Berechurch70 8956 61,008 4
Old Heath and The Hythe92 51,056 5885 6
Shrub End88 6938 7831 7
Prettygate73 7730 11574 13
Highwoods64 9828 9811 8
Marks Tey and Layer62 10849 8675 10
Stanway53 12750 10703 9
St Anne's and St John's58 11659 12664 11
Tiptree41 13544 13643 12
Rural North28 15500 14538 14
Wivenhoe40 14457 15488 15
Mersea and Pyefleet27 16412 16427 16
Lexden and Braiswick26 17406 17373 17

Greenstead Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (80 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 73 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (70 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 57 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (69 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (74 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (66 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (65 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 81 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (148 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (42 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (54 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 43 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.30 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20251
January 20254
December 20244
November 20247
October 20245
September 20246
July 20244
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 173 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 15.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202510
January 202510
December 20245
November 202418
October 202411
September 202412
August 202417
July 202420
June 202442
May 202414

A total of 62 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20256
December 20246
November 20245
October 20243
September 20242
August 20243
July 20246
June 202416
May 20248

A total of 149 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 13.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202514
January 20255
December 20245
November 202417
October 202418
September 20247
August 202422
July 202414
June 202424
May 20247

A total of 25 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20244
July 20244
May 20241

A total of 837 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 76.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 148 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202580
February 202573
January 202570
December 202457
November 202469
October 202474
September 202466
August 202465
July 202481
June 2024148
May 202454

A total of 145 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 13.18 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202512
January 202510
December 202412
November 202411
October 202414
September 20248
August 20249
July 202426
June 202418
May 202410

A total of 81 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.36 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 20254
December 20248
November 202412
October 20249
September 20245
August 20247
July 20247
June 202410
May 20245

A total of 74 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20254
January 20258
December 20246
November 20242
October 20246
September 20247
August 20244
July 202410
June 202412
May 20246

A total of 107 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20256
January 202510
December 20247
November 20248
October 202410
September 202410
August 202410
July 202415
June 202416
May 20244

A total of 107 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20257
January 20252
December 20248
November 20246
October 202417
September 202411
August 20244
July 202410
June 202424
May 20248

A total of 13 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
May 20245

A total of 39 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
August 20242
July 20247
June 20246
May 20245

A total of 15 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
June 20244
May 20243

High Crime Locations Greenstead in March 2025

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

1. Acacia Avenue (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences7
Public order2
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1
2. Caelum Drive (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary2
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting4
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting8
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Buffett Way (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences4
Bicycle theft2
Drugs2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Avon Way (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
7. Hunwicke Road (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Hickory Avenue (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
9. Triumph Close (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
10. Stanley Wooster Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1

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