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 May 2025 are around 49 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blenheim Park crime rate of 1.54 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (-13.79% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (6) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Blenheim Park Crime Hotspots

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

  • Wellington Avenue with total crimes: 6
  • Cheddar Avenue with total crimes: 6
  • 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 areas in the Southend-on-Sea.

    • 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 areas in the Southend-on-Sea.

  • 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 May 2025 the Blenheim Park has recorded 49 crimes with crime rate of 1.54 ranking 12th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Blenheim Park)CrimesRank (Blenheim Park)CrimesRank (Blenheim Park)
Milton271 23,713 23,932 1
Victoria445 15,356 13,559 2
Kursaal232 32,648 32,577 3
Prittlewell97 51,356 41,306 4
Chalkwell139 41,038 61,163 5
St. Luke's72 71,065 51,019 7
Shoeburyness93 6977 71,054 6
Southchurch68 8795 9986 8
St Laurence54 11876 8854 9
Leigh61 9614 13612 13
Westborough60 10637 12708 10
West Shoebury41 13654 11702 11
Thorpe26 17463 14507 14
West Leigh32 14463 15447 16
Belfairs28 16451 16491 15
Eastwood Park31 15433 17444 17

Blenheim Park Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (5 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 54 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20255
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 20242
September 20243
August 20245
July 20247
June 202412
May 20243

A total of 22 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
January 20256
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.55 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 291 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 22.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202525
April 202529
March 202520
February 202513
January 202515
December 202425
November 202422
October 202419
September 202420
August 202429
July 202423
June 202438
May 202413

A total of 49 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.77 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20254
March 20255
February 20255
January 20251
December 20243
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20244
July 20244
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 103 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.92 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20255
March 20259
February 202518
January 202512
December 202414
November 20248
October 20244
September 20244
August 20244
July 20244
June 20248
May 20247

A total of 49 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20254
March 20256
February 20254
December 20241
November 20247
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 202412
May 20247

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
February 20252
December 20241
November 20244

A total of 44 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 4 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
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 51 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20253
February 20256
January 20254
December 20248
November 20242
October 20249
September 20241
August 20244
July 20245
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 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

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 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

High Crime Locations Blenheim Park in May 2025

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

1. Wellington Avenue (Map)
Total6
Public order3
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Cheddar Avenue (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Danbury Close (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Bridgwater Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Recreation Avenue (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Broomfield Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Clova Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
8. Greenacre Mews (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Southbourne Grove (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Stonehill Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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