Crime Rate in Maldon: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Maldon

The total recorded crimes in Maldon, UK in July 2025 are around 342 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Maldon crime rate of 5.17 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (179) incidents (19.33% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (26) incidents (-3.70% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (22) incidents (-24.14% decrease)
Maldon Crime Hotspots

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

  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 11
  • Glynn Road with total crimes: 9
  • Embleton Close with total crimes: 8

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 (46 crimes), and the safest, Tolleshunt D'Arcy (4 crimes), is 42 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Maldon.

Similarly, the area of Maldon North (70 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Tollesbury, Tolleshunt & Goldhanger (11 crimes), with a difference of 59 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Maldon.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Maldon North46
Heybridge West44
Maldon West44
Burnham-on-Crouch South34
Mayland26

Safest Wards:

Tillingham7
Tollesbury7
Great Totham6
Purleigh5
Tolleshunt D'Arcy4

Most Dangerous Areas:

Maldon North70
Burnham-on-Crouch59
Maldon South55
Heybridge54
Southminster, Bradwell & Dengie Peninsula40

Safest Areas:

Heybridge54
Southminster, Bradwell & Dengie Peninsula40
Mayland, Althorne & Cold Norton35
Great Totham, Wickham Bishops & Woodham18
Tollesbury, Tolleshunt & Goldhanger11

Maldon Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Maldon has recorded 342 crimes with crime rate of 5.17 ranking 304th 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

CityJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Essex)CrimesRank (Essex)CrimesRank (Essex)
Rochford406 124,940 114,915 11
Uttlesford551 116,354 95,858 10
Castle Point458 105,871 106,160 9
Braintree921 911,752 811,413 8
Colchester1,625 818,598 416,595 7
Brentwood568 76,730 76,665 6
Chelmsford1,291 616,768 615,876 5
Epping Forest1,125 412,979 512,779 3
Tendring1,477 515,080 313,826 4
Basildon1,790 120,557 220,839 2
Harlow938 210,933 111,148 1

Maldon 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 179 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (150 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (29 cases).

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 Vehicle crime 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 Criminal damage and arson 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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 249 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202526
June 202527
May 202518
April 202523
March 202513
February 202512
January 202513
December 202421
November 202420
October 202424
September 202422
August 202430

A total of 231 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202529
May 202522
April 202510
March 202517
February 202514
January 202511
December 202411
November 202418
October 202423
September 202418
August 202436

A total of 153 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202516
May 202513
April 202511
March 202514
February 20252
January 202522
December 20248
November 202411
October 202418
September 202415
August 20249

A total of 7 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 169 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.08 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202519
May 20259
April 20259
March 202520
February 202512
January 20258
December 202418
November 202422
October 202410
September 20248
August 202413

A total of 179 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.92 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 20259
May 20257
April 202516
March 202516
February 202515
January 202518
December 202420
November 202420
October 202415
September 202410
August 202414

A total of 93 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20258
May 20254
April 202510
March 20259
February 20255
January 202512
December 20247
November 202411
October 20249
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 38 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 20256
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20243
October 20248
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 220 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202518
May 202520
April 202520
March 202520
February 202516
January 202519
December 202420
November 202418
October 202418
September 202416
August 202425

A total of 114 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20253
May 202511
April 20258
March 20258
February 20256
January 202510
December 20248
November 202419
October 202412
September 20246
August 202412

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 257 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202527
May 202527
April 202520
March 202517
February 202520
January 202512
December 202421
November 202421
October 202418
September 202433
August 202419

A total of 1574 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 131.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 179 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 2025179
June 2025150
May 2025125
April 2025144
March 2025110
February 202598
January 2025117
December 2024101
November 2024110
October 2024143
September 2024152
August 2024145

A total of 9 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
April 20252
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

High Crime Locations Maldon in July 2025

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

1. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences7
Other theft2
Public order1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Glynn Road (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting6
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
3. Embleton Close (Map)
Total8
Burglary5
Vehicle crime1
Public order1
Possession of weapons1
4. Suffolk Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences6
Vehicle crime1
5. Thalatta Close (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs1
Criminal damage and arson1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Hillary Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6

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