Crime Rate in Prettygate: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Prettygate

The total recorded crimes in Prettygate, Colchester, UK in July 2025 are around 41 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Prettygate crime rate of 1.63 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 Prettygate, encompassing approximately 25,087 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
Prettygate Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ratcliffe Road with total crimes: 7
  • Back Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Clairmont Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Prettygate?

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

  • Relative to Colchester:

    • In 2024, Prettygate demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Colchester average, with 730 crimes compared to 1094.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Prettygate recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 16 other areas in the Colchester.

    • In 2023, Prettygate had fewer crimes than the Colchester average, with 574 crimes compared to 976. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Prettygate recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 16 other areas in the Colchester.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Colchester, Prettygate has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Prettygate Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Prettygate has recorded 41 crimes with crime rate of 1.63 ranking 14th out of 16 in the Colchester, UK

In 2024, the total Prettygate crimes were 730. The crime rate of Prettygate in 2024 was 29.10 (year) or 2.42 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Colchester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Prettygate were around 574 crimes with yearly crime rate of 22.88 (year) or 1.91 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Colchester.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Prettygate)CrimesRank (Prettygate)CrimesRank (Prettygate)
Castle279 14,070 13,263 1
Greenstead190 21,993 22,216 2
New Town and Christ Church156 31,743 31,525 3
Berechurch111 5956 61,008 4
Mile End145 41,707 4971 5
Old Heath and The Hythe110 61,056 5885 6
Shrub End73 9938 7831 7
St Anne's and St John's102 7659 12664 11
Highwoods94 8828 9811 8
Marks Tey and Layer50 12849 8675 10
Stanway63 10750 10703 9
Wivenhoe56 11457 15488 15
Tiptree36 16544 13643 12
Mersea and Pyefleet43 13412 16427 16
Rural North40 15500 14538 14
Lexden and Braiswick36 17406 17373 17

Prettygate 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 21 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Public order 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 42 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 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 21 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (39 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 25 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252
April 20254
March 20251
January 20253
December 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 332 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202528
May 202519
April 202525
March 202535
February 202542
January 202523
December 202421
November 202432
October 202424
September 202423
August 202439

A total of 50 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20256
May 20253
April 20251
March 202512
February 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20247
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 40 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20253
April 20253
March 20252
February 20253
December 20241
November 20245
October 20242
September 20248
August 20247

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20242
September 20241

A total of 3 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
April 20251
January 20251

A total of 30 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20255
March 20259
February 20255
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
August 20241

A total of 37 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20247
November 20244
October 20244
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 38 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20253
April 20254
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20244
November 20246
October 20244
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
November 20245
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
October 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
January 20251
October 20242

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242

High Crime Locations Prettygate in July 2025

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

1. Ratcliffe Road (Map)
Total7
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
Possession of weapons1
2. Back Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Clairmont Road (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Rowallan Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. St Clare Drive (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Hargood Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. The Chase (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. B1022 (Map)
Total2
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Bawtree Way (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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