Crime Rate in South Chafford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in South Chafford

The total recorded crimes in South Chafford, Thurrock, UK in May 2025 are around 54 as per the recent police data. This equates to a South Chafford crime rate of 2.41 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 South Chafford, encompassing approximately 22,419 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (-19.05% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (12) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
South Chafford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Howard Road with total crimes: 10
  • Francisco Close with total crimes: 6
  • Gilbert Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is South Chafford?

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

  • Relative to Thurrock:

    • In 2024, South Chafford demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Thurrock average, with 527 crimes compared to 1003.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, South Chafford recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 19 other areas in the Thurrock.

    • In 2023, South Chafford had fewer crimes than the Thurrock average, with 623 crimes compared to 959. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, South Chafford recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 19 other areas in the Thurrock.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Thurrock, South Chafford has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

South Chafford Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the South Chafford has recorded 54 crimes with crime rate of 2.41 ranking 13th out of 19 in the Thurrock, UK

In 2024, the total South Chafford crimes were 527. The crime rate of South Chafford in 2024 was 23.51 (year) or 1.96 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Thurrock.

In 2023, the total crimes in South Chafford were around 623 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.79 (year) or 2.32 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Thurrock.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Chafford)CrimesRank (South Chafford)CrimesRank (South Chafford)
West Thurrock and South Stifford328 14,174 13,625 1
Grays Riverside173 22,454 22,211 2
Aveley and Uplands142 31,376 31,777 3
Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park85 71,274 41,245 4
Ockendon114 41,241 51,168 5
Tilbury St Chads100 5902 8858 8
Chadwell St Mary99 61,073 61,069 6
Belhus69 8782 9887 7
East Tilbury66 10927 7773 10
Grays Thurrock67 9770 10796 9
Stanford East and Corringham Town60 11713 11660 11
Stanford-le-Hope West54 12713 12654 12
Orsett50 14700 13501 14
Chafford and North Stifford33 17433 16444 15
Stifford Clays36 16452 15424 16
Little Thurrock Blackshots42 15432 17423 17
Little Thurrock Rectory31 18425 18386 18
Corringham and Fobbing29 19341 20340 19
The Homesteads27 20345 19323 20

South Chafford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (12 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 Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 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 11 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (16 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Vehicle crime (9 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 55 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20258
March 20256
February 20253
December 20242
November 20246
October 20242
September 20243
August 20244
July 20243
June 20248
May 20243

A total of 46 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20255
March 20252
February 20252
January 20255
December 20245
November 20246
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
June 202410
May 20242

A total of 109 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 20256
March 20255
February 20257
January 20256
December 20248
November 202416
October 20246
September 20246
August 20249
July 20245
June 202420
May 20243

A total of 193 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 14.85 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202517
April 202521
March 202514
February 202511
January 202513
December 202415
November 20248
October 202412
September 202411
August 20249
July 202413
June 202440
May 20249

A total of 40 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251
January 20255
December 20241
November 20244
October 20241
September 20244
August 20243
July 20243
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 25 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
December 20242
October 20245
September 20242
August 20244
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 47 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20257
February 20252
January 20253
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20243
July 20245
June 20248
May 20248

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20254
January 20257
December 20244
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
November 20242
September 20241
July 20243

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
November 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 7 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251
December 20241
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 12 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
December 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
June 20242

A total of 7 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
August 20241
June 20244

High Crime Locations South Chafford in May 2025

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

1. Howard Road (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences4
Vehicle crime3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
2. Francisco Close (Map)
Total6
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
3. Gilbert Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
4. Fenner Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Burghley Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
6. Hepburn Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Hatton Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
8. Frances Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Mayflower Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Theft from the person1
10. Norfolk Place (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1

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