Crime Rate in Maldon West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Maldon West

The total recorded crimes in Maldon West, Maldon, UK in February 2026 are around 14 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Maldon West crime rate of 1.62 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 West, encompassing approximately 8,624 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (-8.33% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Maldon West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Corbett Place with total crimes: 5
  • Meteor Drive with total crimes: 3
  • Crayford Close with total crimes: 1

How safe is Maldon West?

To understand the safety of Maldon West, we need to analyze Maldon West crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Maldon:

    • In 2024, Maldon West reported a higher crime volume than the Maldon average, with 321 crimes compared to 218. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Maldon West witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 16 other areas in the Maldon.

    • In 2023, Maldon West experienced a greater number of crimes than the Maldon average, with 393 crimes compared to 211. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Maldon West witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 16 other areas in the Maldon.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Maldon, Maldon West has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Maldon West Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Maldon West crimes were 321. The crime rate of Maldon West in 2024 was 37.22 (year) or 3.10 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Maldon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Maldon West were around 393 crimes with yearly crime rate of 45.57 (year) or 3.80 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Maldon.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Maldon West)CrimesRank (Maldon West)CrimesRank (Maldon West)
Maldon NorthNA NA703 1626 1
Heybridge WestNA NA286 4286 3
SouthminsterNA NA305 3278 4
Burnham-on-Crouch SouthNA NA269 5269 5
Burnham-on-Crouch NorthNA NA243 7220 6
Maldon EastNA NA255 6211 7
AlthorneNA NA191 9193 8
MaylandNA NA215 8185 9
Heybridge EastNA NA147 10139 10
Tolleshunt D'ArcyNA NA118 14137 11
PurleighNA NA132 11121 14
Maldon SouthNA NA130 12134 12
Wickham Bishops and WoodhamNA NA127 13132 13
TillinghamNA NA115 15111 15
Great TothamNA NA94 16108 16
TollesburyNA NA48 1738 17

Maldon West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 170 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 13.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202611
January 202612
December 20257
November 202518
October 20259
September 202517
August 202512
July 202528
June 202512
May 202514
April 202518
March 20259
February 20253

A total of 15 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
December 20251
November 20253
October 20251
September 20253
August 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261

A total of 26 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20252
November 20253
October 20251
August 20254
July 20251
June 20252
April 20251
March 20256
February 20254

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
August 20252
July 20252

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20252
November 20251
October 20251
September 20252
August 20251
July 20255
April 20251
March 20251

A total of 21 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20253
November 20251
October 20255
September 20251
August 20252
July 20252
June 20252
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20254
November 20252
September 20253
August 20251
July 20253
June 20252
May 20253
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
September 20251
August 20251
July 20252
June 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
June 20251
May 20251
February 20251

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
June 20254
May 20251

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
October 20251
August 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20253

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251

High Crime Locations Maldon West in February 2026

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

1. Corbett Place (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
2. Meteor Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Crayford Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Orchard Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Washington Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Falcon Mews (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Hereford Place (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Whitley Place (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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