Crime Rate in West Shoebury: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in West Shoebury

The total recorded crimes in West Shoebury, Southend-on-Sea, UK in July 2025 are around 59 as per the recent police data. This equates to a West Shoebury crime rate of 1.94 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 West Shoebury, encompassing approximately 30,418 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (33) incidents (26.92% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
West Shoebury Crime Hotspots

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

  • Goldmer Close with total crimes: 7
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 5
  • Delaware Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is West Shoebury?

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

  • Relative to Southend-on-Sea:

    • In 2024, West Shoebury demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Southend-on-Sea average, with 654 crimes compared to 1306.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, West Shoebury recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 16 other areas in the Southend-on-Sea.

    • In 2023, West Shoebury had fewer crimes than the Southend-on-Sea average, with 702 crimes compared to 1,239. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, West Shoebury recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 16 other areas in the Southend-on-Sea.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

West Shoebury Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the West Shoebury has recorded 59 crimes with crime rate of 1.94 ranking 11th out of 16 in the Southend-on-Sea, UK

In 2024, the total West Shoebury crimes were 654. The crime rate of West Shoebury in 2024 was 21.50 (year) or 1.79 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Southend-on-Sea.

In 2023, the total crimes in West Shoebury were around 702 crimes with yearly crime rate of 23.08 (year) or 1.92 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Southend-on-Sea.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (West Shoebury)CrimesRank (West Shoebury)CrimesRank (West Shoebury)
Milton355 23,713 23,932 1
Victoria463 15,356 13,559 2
Kursaal267 32,648 32,577 3
Prittlewell150 51,356 41,306 4
Chalkwell169 41,038 61,163 5
St. Luke's100 71,065 51,019 7
Shoeburyness119 6977 71,054 6
Southchurch74 9795 9986 8
St Laurence67 10876 8854 9
Westborough76 8637 12708 10
Blenheim Park46 15665 10699 12
Leigh57 12614 13612 13
Eastwood Park55 13433 17444 17
Thorpe50 14463 14507 14
Belfairs38 16451 16491 15
West Leigh26 17463 15447 16

West Shoebury Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (33 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (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 Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 36 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20257
May 20254
April 20252
March 20252
January 20254
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 303 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202533
June 202526
May 202520
April 202521
March 202533
February 202518
January 202519
December 202416
November 202432
October 202426
September 202430
August 202429

A total of 38 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 20253
April 20252
March 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
September 20241

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
December 20242
August 20242

A total of 43 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 20252
April 20257
March 20256
February 20252
January 20255
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 17 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
August 20243

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20253
November 20241
October 20243

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251

A total of 34 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20257
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20247

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
November 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20251

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

MonthCount
January 20251

High Crime Locations West Shoebury in July 2025

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

1. Goldmer Close (Map)
Total7
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
3. Delaware Road (Map)
Total4
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Antrim Road (Map)
Total4
Burglary3
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Bunters Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
6. Jena Close (Map)
Total3
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Bridge Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Waterford Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Richmond Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. West Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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