The total recorded crimes in Southminster, Maldon, UK in July 2025 are around 16 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Southminster crime rate of 11.49 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 Southminster, encompassing approximately 1,392 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Southminster, we need to analyze Southminster crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Maldon:
In 2024, Southminster reported a higher crime volume than the Maldon average, with 305 crimes compared to 218. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Southminster witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 16 other areas in the Maldon.
In 2023, Southminster experienced a greater number of crimes than the Maldon average, with 278 crimes compared to 211. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Southminster witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 16 other areas in the Maldon.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Maldon, Southminster has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In July 2025 the Southminster has recorded 16 crimes with crime rate of 11.49 ranking 9th out of 16 in the Maldon, UK
In 2024, the total Southminster crimes were 305. The crime rate of Southminster in 2024 was 219.06 (year) or 18.26 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Maldon.
In 2023, the total crimes in Southminster were around 278 crimes with yearly crime rate of 199.67 (year) or 16.64 (month) ranking 4 most dangerous area in the Maldon.
| Area | July 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Southminster) | Crimes | Rank (Southminster) | Crimes | Rank (Southminster) | |
| Maldon North | 46 | 1 | 703 | 1 | 626 | 1 |
| Maldon West | 44 | 3 | 321 | 2 | 393 | 2 |
| Heybridge West | 44 | 2 | 286 | 4 | 286 | 3 |
| Burnham-on-Crouch South | 34 | 4 | 269 | 5 | 269 | 5 |
| Mayland | 26 | 5 | 215 | 8 | 185 | 9 |
| Burnham-on-Crouch North | 25 | 6 | 243 | 7 | 220 | 6 |
| Maldon East | 24 | 7 | 255 | 6 | 211 | 7 |
| Althorne | 21 | 8 | 191 | 9 | 193 | 8 |
| Heybridge East | 10 | 12 | 147 | 10 | 139 | 10 |
| Wickham Bishops and Woodham | 12 | 10 | 127 | 13 | 132 | 13 |
| Tolleshunt D'Arcy | 4 | 17 | 118 | 14 | 137 | 11 |
| Purleigh | 5 | 16 | 132 | 11 | 121 | 14 |
| Maldon South | 11 | 11 | 130 | 12 | 134 | 12 |
| Tillingham | 7 | 13 | 115 | 15 | 111 | 15 |
| Tollesbury | 7 | 14 | 48 | 17 | 38 | 17 |
| Great Totham | 6 | 15 | 94 | 16 | 108 | 16 |
July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (1 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).
In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (4 incidents) also being high.
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 124 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 17 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 10 |
| June 2025 | 12 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 17 |
| March 2025 | 11 |
| February 2025 | 9 |
| January 2025 | 10 |
| December 2024 | 7 |
| November 2024 | 10 |
| October 2024 | 12 |
| September 2024 | 16 |
| August 2024 | 9 |
A total of 16 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| August 2024 | 4 |
A total of 24 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 4 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 6 |
| October 2024 | 2 |
| September 2024 | 3 |
| August 2024 | 3 |
A total of 8 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 4 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
A total of 14 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 2 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
| October 2024 | 2 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 6 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 1 |
A total of 6 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 3 |
A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Southminster postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 3 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 3 |
| Total | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Shoplifting | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 2 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 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 |
| Total | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |