WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: Essex Police Police

Wivenhoe Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Wivenhoe, localized within Colchester.

Safety Rating

Moderate

Crime Rate

5.0per 1k

Total Population

8,195

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Shoplifting14

Violence & Sexual Offences13

Other Theft5

Vehicle Crime4

Drug Offences2

Criminal Damage & Arson1

Other Crime1

Burglary1

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Supermarket Map	Shoplifting: 14	14
On or near Theatre/Concert Hall Map	Vehicle crime: 3Other theft: 2Violence and sexual offences: 2	7
On or near Supermarket Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2Other theft: 1Vehicle crime: 1	4
On or near Ernest Road Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3Criminal damage and arson: 1	4
On or near Parking Area Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3	3
On or near Conference/Exhibition Centre Map	Drugs: 1	1
On or near Denham Close Map	Other theft: 1	1
On or near Capon Road Map	Other theft: 1	1
On or near Valley Road Map	Drugs: 1	1
On or near B1028 Map	Other crime: 1	1