WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Essex Police Police

Crime in Boyce, Castle Point

Comprehensive safety analysis for Boyce, localized within Castle Point.

Total Crimes

25
trending_down -32.4% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

53.06per 1k
trending_down -2.5% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Moderate

Total Population

6,710

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Safety Heatmap

Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences11
Shoplifting5
Other Theft2
Vehicle Crime2
Anti-social Behaviour2
Drug Offences2
Burglary1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Benfleet Road Map
Shoplifting: 4
4
On or near Church Corner Map
Anti-social behaviour: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1
2
On or near Benfleet Map
Other theft: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1
2
On or near Hillside Road Map
Vehicle crime: 1
1
On or near Norwood Drive Map
Vehicle crime: 1
1
On or near Hill Top Avenue Map
Burglary: 1
1
On or near Durley Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 1
1
On or near Crescent Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 1
1
On or near Grove Road Map
Other theft: 1
1
On or near Supermarket Map
Shoplifting: 1
1

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Safety comparison within Castle Point district.

Local Rank

#9safest in Castle Point

City Average

56.05per 1k

Local Policing

Canvey

Essex Police

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Local Priorities

We are running a three month operation , Project Vigilant, using funds provided by the government, to increase our presence in the night time economy in places where women and girls do not feel safe.

Issued: 5 May 2026

Status Update

The operation involves the deployment of plain clothes and uniformed officers to identify and intercept those who might be displaying concerning behaviour and prevent offending whilst building our intelligence picture and dealing proactively with any identified offending.

Actioned: 5 May 2026

We remain working in close partnership with the local CSP team on issues such as anti-social behaviour around the Knightswick and one way system on Canvey.

Issued: 5 May 2026

Status Update

Officers are directed to include patrols in this area as part of their daily deployments and when offenders are identified, we work closely with partner agencies to help those involved see how their actions are affecting other and prevent re-occurrence.

Actioned: 5 May 2026

Anti social behaviour can seriously affect quality of life. We, patrol known hotspots using the latest intelligence. Enforce the Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) on Canvey. Work with council partners to prevent issues from escalating and support victims and help resolve problems quickly.

Issued: 5 May 2026

Status Update

By focusing on early intervention and partnership working, we aim to keep our communities safe and confident.

Actioned: 5 May 2026

Engagement Events

JUL11

Let's Walk & Talk - Canvey Town Centre

meeting

Let’s talk

Join us for a walk and talk...

- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

schedule

12:00 PM — 1:00 PM

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Furtherwick Road, outside Knightswick centre, Canvey Island SS8 7AD

JUL28

Let's Talk - Morrisons Hadleigh

meeting

Let’s talk

Join us and...

- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

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12:00 PM — 1:00 PM

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Morrisons, London Rd, Hadleigh, Benfleet SS7 2RB

JUL30

Let's Talk - Walk & Talk - Tarpots

meeting

Let’s talk

Join us for a walk and talk...

- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

schedule

12:00 PM — 1:00 PM

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Meet at Tarpots, outside Nisa, 117 London Rd, South Benfleet, Benfleet SS7 5UH

AUG7

Let's Walk & Talk - Canvey Town Centre

meeting

Let’s talk

Join us for a walk and talk...

- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

schedule

12:00 PM — 1:00 PM

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Furtherwick Road, outside Knightswick centre, Canvey Island SS8 7AD

AUG15

Let's Talk - Morrisons Hadleigh

meeting

Let’s talk

Join us and...

- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

schedule

12:00 PM — 1:00 PM

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Morrisons, London Rd, Hadleigh, Benfleet SS7 2RB

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