The total recorded crimes in Maldon South, Maldon, UK in February 2026 are around 6 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Maldon South crime rate of 0.53 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 South, encompassing approximately 11,251 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 Maldon South, we need to analyze Maldon South crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Maldon:
In 2024, Maldon South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Maldon average, with 130 crimes compared to 218.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Maldon South recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 16 other areas in the Maldon.
In 2023, Maldon South had fewer crimes than the Maldon average, with 134 crimes compared to 211. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Maldon South recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 16 other areas in the Maldon.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Maldon, Maldon South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.
In 2024, the total Maldon South crimes were 130. The crime rate of Maldon South in 2024 was 11.55 (year) or 0.96 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Maldon.
In 2023, the total crimes in Maldon South were around 134 crimes with yearly crime rate of 11.91 (year) or 0.99 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Maldon.
| Area | February 2026 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Maldon South) | Crimes | Rank (Maldon South) | Crimes | Rank (Maldon South) | |
| 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 |
| Heybridge East | NA | NA | 147 | 10 | 139 | 10 |
| Tolleshunt D'Arcy | NA | NA | 118 | 14 | 137 | 11 |
| Purleigh | NA | NA | 132 | 11 | 121 | 14 |
| 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 Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 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 (8 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).
December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.
During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (2 incidents) also being high.
For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Other theft 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 6 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (2 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
In May 2025, Criminal damage and arson dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 68 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.23 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 4 |
| January 2026 | 8 |
| December 2025 | 10 |
| November 2025 | 5 |
| October 2025 | 3 |
| September 2025 | 7 |
| August 2025 | 7 |
| July 2025 | 6 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 4 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 4 |
| February 2025 | 6 |
A total of 11 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.22 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| January 2026 | 1 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 2 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 9 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| January 2026 | 3 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 2 |
| August 2025 | 2 |
A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 2 |
| October 2025 | 2 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| December 2025 | 4 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 14 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 2 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Maldon South postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |