Crime Rate in Blenheim Park: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blenheim Park

The total recorded crimes in Blenheim Park, Southend-on-Sea, UK in March 2025 are around 56 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blenheim Park crime rate of 1.76 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 Blenheim Park, encompassing approximately 31,742 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (20) incidents (53.85% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (9) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
Blenheim Park Crime Hotspots

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

  • Norfolk Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • Westbourne Grove with total crimes: 4
  • Danbury Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Blenheim Park?

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

  • Relative to Southend-on-Sea:

    • In 2024, Blenheim Park demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Southend-on-Sea average, with 665 crimes compared to 1306.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Blenheim Park recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Blenheim Park had fewer crimes than the Southend-on-Sea average, with 699 crimes compared to 1,239. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Blenheim Park recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Southend-on-Sea, Blenheim Park has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Blenheim Park Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Blenheim Park has recorded 56 crimes with crime rate of 1.76 ranking 11th out of 16 in the Southend-on-Sea, UK

In 2024, the total Blenheim Park crimes were 665. The crime rate of Blenheim Park in 2024 was 20.95 (year) or 1.75 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Southend-on-Sea.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blenheim Park were around 699 crimes with yearly crime rate of 22.02 (year) or 1.84 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Southend-on-Sea.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Southend-on-Sea)CrimesRank (Southend-on-Sea)CrimesRank (Southend-on-Sea)
Milton237 23,713 23,932 1
Victoria426 15,356 13,559 2
Kursaal212 32,648 32,577 3
Prittlewell121 51,356 41,306 4
Chalkwell138 41,038 61,163 5
St. Luke's82 61,065 51,019 7
Shoeburyness80 7977 71,054 6
Southchurch62 8795 9986 8
St Laurence58 10876 8854 9
West Shoebury58 9654 11702 11
Westborough53 12637 12708 10
Leigh49 14614 13612 13
Belfairs52 13451 16491 15
Thorpe29 16463 14507 14
West Leigh21 17463 15447 16
Eastwood Park34 15433 17444 17

Blenheim Park Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (9 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 Vehicle crime (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (29 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (7 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 Burglary (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20256
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 257 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202513
January 202515
December 202425
November 202422
October 202419
September 202420
August 202429
July 202423
June 202438
May 202413
April 202420

A total of 49 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20251
December 20243
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20244
July 20244
June 20248
May 20241
April 20247

A total of 97 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.08 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202518
January 202512
December 202414
November 20248
October 20244
September 20244
August 20244
July 20244
June 20248
May 20247
April 20245

A total of 35 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20254
December 20244
November 20242
October 20246
August 20242
July 20241
June 20248
April 20241

A total of 46 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
December 20241
November 20247
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 202412
May 20247
April 20243

A total of 50 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 20242
September 20243
August 20245
July 20247
June 202412
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20241
July 20243
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.64 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 59 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.92 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20256
January 20254
December 20248
November 20242
October 20249
September 20241
August 20244
July 20245
June 20246
May 20241
April 202410

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
November 20244
April 20241

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241
August 20242
May 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241

High Crime Locations Blenheim Park in March 2025

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

1. Norfolk Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Westbourne Grove (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime3
Burglary1
3. Danbury Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
4. Olivia Drive (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Vehicle crime1
5. Middlesex Avenue (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Recreation Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Broomfield Avenue (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Elms Court (Map)
Total2
Public order2
9. Bridgwater Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Highbank Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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