WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: Essex Police Police

Castle Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Castle, localized within colchester.

Safety Rating

Low Risk

Crime Rate

0.32per 1k

Total Population

725,438

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences92

Shoplifting23

Public Order21

Other Theft21

Anti-social Behaviour20

Drug Offences17

Vehicle Crime14

Criminal Damage & Arson10

Robbery4

Other Crime4

Weapons Possession3

Burglary3

Bicycle Theft1

Incident Distribution

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Shopping Area Map	Possession of weapons: 2	2

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Area Rank

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City Average

7.39per 1k

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