The total recorded crimes in Heybridge East, Maldon, UK in February 2026 are around 7 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Heybridge East crime rate of 1.79 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 Heybridge East, encompassing approximately 3,905 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Heybridge East, we need to analyze Heybridge East crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Maldon:
In 2024, Heybridge East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Maldon average, with 147 crimes compared to 218.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Heybridge East recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 16 other areas in the Maldon.
In 2023, Heybridge East had fewer crimes than the Maldon average, with 139 crimes compared to 211. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Heybridge East recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 16 other areas in the Maldon.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Maldon, Heybridge East has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In 2024, the total Heybridge East crimes were 147. The crime rate of Heybridge East in 2024 was 37.64 (year) or 3.14 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Maldon.
In 2023, the total crimes in Heybridge East were around 139 crimes with yearly crime rate of 35.59 (year) or 2.97 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Maldon.
| Area | February 2026 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Heybridge East) | Crimes | Rank (Heybridge East) | Crimes | Rank (Heybridge East) | |
| Maldon North | NA | NA | 703 | 1 | 626 | 1 |
| Maldon West | NA | NA | 321 | 2 | 393 | 2 |
| Heybridge West | NA | NA | 286 | 4 | 286 | 3 |
| Southminster | NA | NA | 305 | 3 | 278 | 4 |
| Burnham-on-Crouch South | NA | NA | 269 | 5 | 269 | 5 |
| Burnham-on-Crouch North | NA | NA | 243 | 7 | 220 | 6 |
| Maldon East | NA | NA | 255 | 6 | 211 | 7 |
| Althorne | NA | NA | 191 | 9 | 193 | 8 |
| Mayland | NA | NA | 215 | 8 | 185 | 9 |
| Tolleshunt D'Arcy | NA | NA | 118 | 14 | 137 | 11 |
| Purleigh | NA | NA | 132 | 11 | 121 | 14 |
| Maldon South | NA | NA | 130 | 12 | 134 | 12 |
| Wickham Bishops and Woodham | NA | NA | 127 | 13 | 132 | 13 |
| Tillingham | NA | NA | 115 | 15 | 111 | 15 |
| Great Totham | NA | NA | 94 | 16 | 108 | 16 |
| Tollesbury | NA | NA | 48 | 17 | 38 | 17 |
February 2026 crime data shows Public order saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.
For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).
July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (6 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Criminal damage and arson were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 16 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| January 2026 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 2 |
| September 2025 | 2 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 3 |
| June 2025 | 6 |
A total of 56 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.31 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| January 2026 | 6 |
| December 2025 | 5 |
| November 2025 | 3 |
| October 2025 | 3 |
| September 2025 | 6 |
| August 2025 | 5 |
| July 2025 | 3 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 10 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 5 |
| February 2025 | 4 |
A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
A total of 13 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 3 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| January 2026 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 11 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 3 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
A total of 6 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| October 2025 | 1 |
A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| September 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Heybridge East postcode area is presented below.