Crime Rate in Maldon: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Maldon

The total recorded crimes in Maldon, UK in May 2025 are around 265 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Maldon crime rate of 4.00 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 Maldon, encompassing approximately 66,211 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (125) incidents (-13.19% decrease)
  • Public order: (27) incidents (35.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (22) incidents (120.00% increase)
Maldon Crime Hotspots

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

  • New Road with total crimes: 8
  • Church Road with total crimes: 7
  • Mayland Close with total crimes: 6

Maldon Police Info:

Essex Police

How safe is Maldon?

To understand the safety of Maldon, we need to analyze Maldon crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Maldon has recorded 3,699 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 55.87 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 303 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 3,581 crimes with a crime rate of 54.08, ranking it 295 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to Essex:

    • In 2024, Maldon demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Essex average, with 3699 crimes compared to 11188.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Maldon witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 11 other cities.

    • In 2023, Maldon had fewer crimes than the Essex average, with 3,581 crimes compared to 10,805. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the city within the region that year. Furthermore, Maldon witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 11 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Maldon is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Essex, Maldon has a lower crime rate in 2024.

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

Maldon Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Maldon North (47 crimes), and the safest, Southminster (1 crimes), is 46 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Maldon.

Similarly, the area of Maldon North (65 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Great Totham, Wickham Bishops & Woodham (12 crimes), with a difference of 53 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Maldon.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Maldon North47
Burnham-on-Crouch North25
Heybridge West22
Maldon West21
Burnham-on-Crouch South20

Safest Wards:

Tolleshunt D'Arcy10
Wickham Bishops and Woodham8
Great Totham4
Tollesbury3
Southminster1

Most Dangerous Areas:

Maldon North65
Burnham-on-Crouch45
Mayland, Althorne & Cold Norton37
Heybridge36
Maldon South34

Safest Areas:

Heybridge36
Maldon South34
Southminster, Bradwell & Dengie Peninsula23
Tollesbury, Tolleshunt & Goldhanger13
Great Totham, Wickham Bishops & Woodham12

Maldon Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Maldon has recorded 265 crimes with crime rate of 4.00 ranking 310th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 12 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 13 in terms of crime rate in Essex.

In 2024, the total Maldon crimes were 3,699. The crime rate of Maldon in 2024 was 55.87 (year) or 4.66 (month) ranking it 303 danzarous in the UK. Maldon ranked 12 in terms of total crimes and 12 in terms of crime rate in Essex.

In 2023, the total crimes in Maldon were around 3,581 crimes with yearly crime rate of 54.08 (year) or 4.51 (month) ranking 295 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Essex, Maldon ranked 12 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 12 as per crime rate of Maldon

CityMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Essex)CrimesRank (Essex)CrimesRank (Essex)
Rochford340 124,940 114,915 11
Uttlesford512 116,354 95,858 10
Castle Point489 105,871 106,160 9
Braintree931 911,752 811,413 8
Colchester1,616 818,598 416,595 7
Brentwood490 76,730 76,665 6
Chelmsford1,340 616,768 615,876 5
Epping Forest956 412,979 512,779 3
Tendring1,214 515,080 313,826 4
Basildon1,621 120,557 220,839 2
Harlow918 210,933 111,148 1

Maldon Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (125 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (27 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (144 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (23 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (110 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 98 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (117 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 101 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (110 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (143 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (24 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (152 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (33 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (145 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (36 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 160 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 23 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (246 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (52 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 261 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202520
April 202520
March 202520
February 202516
January 202519
December 202420
November 202418
October 202418
September 202416
August 202425
July 202421
June 202448

A total of 135 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 20258
March 20258
February 20256
January 202510
December 20248
November 202419
October 202412
September 20246
August 202412
July 202415
June 202420

A total of 163 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.58 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 202516
March 202516
February 202515
January 202518
December 202420
November 202420
October 202415
September 202410
August 202414
July 20244
June 20248

A total of 173 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20259
March 202520
February 202512
January 20258
December 202418
November 202422
October 202410
September 20248
August 202413
July 202416
June 202428

A total of 249 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202522
April 202510
March 202517
February 202514
January 202511
December 202411
November 202418
October 202423
September 202418
August 202436
July 202423
June 202446

A total of 10 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 269 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202518
April 202523
March 202513
February 202512
January 202513
December 202421
November 202420
October 202424
September 202422
August 202430
July 202423
June 202450

A total of 104 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 202510
March 20259
February 20255
January 202512
December 20247
November 202411
October 20249
September 20244
August 20245
July 202410
June 202418

A total of 1651 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 137.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 246 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 2025125
April 2025144
March 2025110
February 202598
January 2025117
December 2024101
November 2024110
October 2024143
September 2024152
August 2024145
July 2024160
June 2024246

A total of 13 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242

A total of 36 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20243
October 20248
September 20241
August 20243
July 20243
June 20244

A total of 151 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.58 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 202511
March 202514
February 20252
January 202522
December 20248
November 202411
October 202418
September 202415
August 20249
July 20248
June 202420

A total of 283 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202527
April 202520
March 202517
February 202520
January 202512
December 202421
November 202421
October 202418
September 202433
August 202419
July 202423
June 202452

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20242

High Crime Locations Maldon in May 2025

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

1. New Road (Map)
Total8
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Burglary1
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Church Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Public order1
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Mayland Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order2
4. D'Arcy Avenue (Map)
Total6
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Suffolk Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
6. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Anti-social behaviour1

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