WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: Essex Police Police

Rural North Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Rural North, localized within Colchester.

Safety Rating

High Risk

Crime Rate

19.84per 1k

Total Population

1,411

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Violence & Sexual Offences13

Burglary5

Other Theft3

Criminal Damage & Arson3

Anti-social Behaviour1

Vehicle Crime1

Other Crime1

Drug Offences1

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Petrol Station Map	Other theft: 3Drugs: 1	4
On or near Swan Street Map	Burglary: 2	2
On or near Boxhouse Lane Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Forge Street Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Church Road Map	Burglary: 2	2
On or near Swan Grove Map	Violence and sexual offences: 1	1
On or near Grove Hill Map	Violence and sexual offences: 1	1
On or near Queen'S Head Road Map	Other crime: 1	1
On or near Straight Road Map	Criminal damage and arson: 1	1
On or near Cooks Hill Map	Criminal damage and arson: 1	1