Crime Rate in St Anne's and St John's: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in St Anne's and St John's

The total recorded crimes in St Anne's and St John's, Colchester, UK in March 2025 are around 58 as per the recent police data. This equates to a St Anne's and St John's crime rate of 2.50 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 Anne's and St John's, encompassing approximately 23,245 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (-5.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (400.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (8) incidents (300.00% increase)
St Anne's and St John's Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hendry Worthington Close with total crimes: 5
  • Goring Road with total crimes: 5
  • Harwich Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is St Anne's and St John's?

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

  • Relative to Colchester:

    • In 2024, St Anne's and St John's demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Colchester average, with 659 crimes compared to 1094.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, St Anne's and St John's recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, St Anne's and St John's had fewer crimes than the Colchester average, with 664 crimes compared to 976. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, St Anne's and St John's recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Colchester, St Anne's and St John's has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

St Anne's and St John's Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the St Anne's and St John's has recorded 58 crimes with crime rate of 2.50 ranking 11th out of 16 in the Colchester, UK

In 2024, the total St Anne's and St John's crimes were 659. The crime rate of St Anne's and St John's in 2024 was 28.35 (year) or 2.36 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Colchester.

In 2023, the total crimes in St Anne's and St John's were around 664 crimes with yearly crime rate of 28.56 (year) or 2.38 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Colchester.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Colchester)CrimesRank (Colchester)CrimesRank (Colchester)
Castle255 14,070 13,263 1
Greenstead186 21,993 22,216 2
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
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

St Anne's and St John's Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (6 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 Criminal damage and arson (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (52 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20243
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 302 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 27.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202520
January 202527
December 202432
November 202424
October 202425
September 202416
August 202428
July 202433
June 202452
May 202426

A total of 49 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20246
August 20244
July 20245
June 202412
May 20243

A total of 35 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20258
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20246
August 20242
June 202412
May 20243

A total of 58 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.27 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20252
January 20254
December 20245
November 20245
October 20243
September 20246
August 20244
July 20248
June 20246
May 20247

A total of 37 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 26 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 33 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20252
December 20244
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
August 20245
July 20244
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241

A total of 24 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20245
July 20243
June 20242

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
August 20242

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations St Anne's and St John's in March 2025

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

1. Hendry Worthington Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Goring Road (Map)
Total5
Drugs2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
3. Harwich Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Havering Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
5. Fairhead Road North (Map)
Total4
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Dilbridge Road East (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
7. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
8. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
9. Ratcliffe Court (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft1
Public order1
10. Grenfell Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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