Crime Rate in South Chafford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in South Chafford

The total recorded crimes in South Chafford, Thurrock, UK in February 2025 are around 35 as per the recent police data. This equates to a South Chafford crime rate of 1.56 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 Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (-15.38% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (7) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
South Chafford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Fleming Road with total crimes: 5
  • Howard Road with total crimes: 4
  • Burghley 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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 February 2025 the South Chafford has recorded 35 crimes with crime rate of 1.56 ranking 15th 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.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Thurrock)CrimesRank (Thurrock)CrimesRank (Thurrock)
West Thurrock and South Stifford276 14,174 13,625 1
Grays Riverside165 22,454 22,211 2
Aveley and Uplands95 31,376 31,777 3
Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park84 41,274 41,245 4
Ockendon73 61,241 51,168 5
Tilbury St Chads78 5902 8858 8
Chadwell St Mary71 81,073 61,069 6
Belhus47 11782 9887 7
East Tilbury45 12927 7773 10
Grays Thurrock71 7770 10796 9
Orsett68 9700 13501 14
Stanford East and Corringham Town52 10713 11660 11
Stanford-le-Hope West35 14713 12654 12
Little Thurrock Blackshots39 13432 17423 17
Chafford and North Stifford21 19433 16444 15
Stifford Clays28 18452 15424 16
The Homesteads30 16345 19323 20
Little Thurrock Rectory29 17425 18386 18
Corringham and Fobbing16 20341 20340 19

South Chafford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 38 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 98 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

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

A total of 25 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
December 20242
October 20245
September 20242
August 20244
July 20241
June 20244
April 20243
March 20241

A total of 5 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
December 20241
August 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 36 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 175 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202511
January 202513
December 202415
November 20248
October 202412
September 202411
August 20249
July 202413
June 202440
May 20249
April 202413
March 202421

A total of 43 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20255
December 20245
November 20246
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
June 202410
May 20242
April 20245
March 20241

A total of 40 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 13 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 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
April 20241

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 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
April 20241
March 20243

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20242
September 20241
July 20243
March 20243

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 17 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20257
December 20244
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20241
May 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
November 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations South Chafford in February 2025

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

1. Fleming Road (Map)
Total5
Robbery3
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Howard Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Vehicle crime1
3. Burghley Road (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
4. Arterial Road North Stifford (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Francisco Close (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Parr Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Harper Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Southwell Close (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Mayflower Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Warren Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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