Crime Rate in Roche South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Roche South

The total recorded crimes in Roche South, Rochford, UK in March 2025 are around 67 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Roche South crime rate of 19.41 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 Roche South, encompassing approximately 3,452 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (39) incidents (85.71% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
Roche South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Station View with total crimes: 18
  • Edward Place with total crimes: 5
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 5

How safe is Roche South?

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

  • Relative to Rochford:

    • In 2024, Roche South reported a higher crime volume than the Rochford average, with 630 crimes compared to 380. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Roche South witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 12 other cities.

    • In 2023, Roche South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Rochford average, with 614 crimes compared to 378. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Roche South witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 12 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Rochford, Roche South has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Roche South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Roche South has recorded 67 crimes with crime rate of 19.41 ranking 1th out of 12 in the Rochford, UK

In 2024, the total Roche South crimes were 630. The crime rate of Roche South in 2024 was 182.49 (year) or 15.21 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Rochford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Roche South were around 614 crimes with yearly crime rate of 177.85 (year) or 14.82 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Rochford.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rochford)CrimesRank (Rochford)CrimesRank (Rochford)
Wheatley56 2595 3648 1
Roche North and Rural23 6653 1638 2
Foulness and The Wakerings47 3431 5410 5
Downhall and Rawreth34 4491 4459 4
Sweyne Park and Grange24 5357 6368 6
Hullbridge13 11296 7322 7
Hawkwell East22 7279 8230 12
Hockley21 8262 10281 8
Trinity16 10238 11255 9
Lodge17 9265 9243 10
Hawkwell West13 12217 13239 11
Hockley and Ashingdon12 13226 12208 13

Roche South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (39 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 65 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20257
December 20244
November 20247
October 20246
September 20242
August 20247
July 20245
June 202410
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 284 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202539
February 202521
January 202519
December 202421
November 202428
October 202413
September 202420
August 202422
July 202414
June 202450
May 202417
April 202420

A total of 54 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20246
October 202413
September 20242
August 20247
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 46 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20244
July 20242
June 20248
May 20245
April 20246

A total of 74 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20256
December 20245
November 202411
October 20241
September 20246
August 20246
July 20247
June 202414
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 36 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20254
December 20245
November 20241
October 20245
August 20244
July 20241
June 20246
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20246
April 20242

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20242
April 20242

A total of 25 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20257
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
November 20242

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
August 20241
July 20244
April 20242

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Roche South in March 2025

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

1. Station View (Map)
Total18
Violence and sexual offences16
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
2. Edward Place (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
4. Rochehall Way (Map)
Total5
Burglary2
Public order2
Shoplifting1
5. Elizabeth Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
7. Cherry Orchard Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Redwood Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
9. Elizabeth Gardens (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Harold Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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