WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: Essex Police Police

old heath and the hythe Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for old heath and the hythe, localized within colchester.

Safety Rating

Low Risk

Crime Rate

2.72per 1k

Total Population

24,230

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Violence & Sexual Offences29

Anti-social Behaviour9

Vehicle Crime7

Other Theft5

Shoplifting4

Criminal Damage & Arson3

Drug Offences2

Burglary2

Bicycle Theft2

Public Order1

Other Crime1

Robbery1

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Albany Gardens Map	Anti-social behaviour: 4Violence and sexual offences: 4	8
On or near St Leonard'S Road Map	Vehicle crime: 2Violence and sexual offences: 2Other crime: 1	5
On or near Supermarket Map	Shoplifting: 4	4
On or near Tarrett Drive Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3Criminal damage and arson: 1	4
On or near Supermarket Map	Bicycle theft: 2Vehicle crime: 1	3
On or near Hesper Road Map	Other theft: 2	2
On or near Smiths Field Map	Burglary: 1Other theft: 1	2
On or near High Street Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Waterside Lane Map	Anti-social behaviour: 2	2
On or near Old Heath Road Map	Anti-social behaviour: 1	1