WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: Essex Police Police

mile end Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for mile end, localized within colchester.

Safety Rating

Low Risk

Crime Rate

0.48per 1k

Total Population

267,874

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Violence & Sexual Offences54

Shoplifting18

Public Order17

Other Theft8

Anti-social Behaviour8

Criminal Damage & Arson7

Vehicle Crime5

Burglary3

Other Crime3

Drug Offences2

Robbery2

Weapons Possession1

Theft from Person1

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Charter Way Map	Violence and sexual offences: 8Public order: 3Burglary: 1	13
On or near Supermarket Map	Shoplifting: 5	5
On or near Cordelia Drive Map	Shoplifting: 4	4
On or near Rectory Close Map	Violence and sexual offences: 4	4
On or near Cavell Avenue Map	Violence and sexual offences: 4	4
On or near Petrol Station Map	Shoplifting: 4	4
On or near Sports/Recreation Area Map	Anti-social behaviour: 3	3
On or near Bradford Drive Map	Public order: 3	3
On or near Carris Close Map	Public order: 3	3
On or near Flame Way Map	Other theft: 1Vehicle crime: 1	2