Thundersley and South Benfleet Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Thundersley and South Benfleet recorded a crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents in June 2023, placing the area 48.2% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This figure, while stable compared to the previous month, reflects a consistently lower crime profile than the national benchmark. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.3% of all reported incidents, followed by vehicle crime at 12.3% and criminal damage and arson at 10.9%. These categories, when compared to UK averages, show significant deviations: violence and sexual offences were 45% below the UK rate, while vehicle crime was only 6% above. The seasonal context of June, marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours, may have influenced local patterns, such as increased retail activity potentially contributing to shoplifting incidents. However, the overall crime profile remains markedly safer than the national average, with categories like anti-social behaviour and public order offences showing substantial gaps. For instance, anti-social behaviour in the area was 73% below the UK average, suggesting a combination of community policing efforts, local initiatives, or environmental factors that may contribute to the lower rates. The relatively low incidence of property crimes, such as burglary and bicycle theft, further reinforces the area’s position as a safer built-up zone within Castle Point. These figures, when contextualised with the area’s character as a commuter-focused and retail-oriented region, suggest that local infrastructure, such as well-lit public spaces and community engagement, may play a role in maintaining the current crime profile. However, the notable increase in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting in June highlights the need for continued monitoring of trends that could be influenced by seasonal transitions or specific local events.

The most striking month-on-month change in June 2023 was the 81.8% increase in anti-social behaviour, with incidents rising from 11 to 20. This surge, though significant, remains far below the UK average of 1.5 per 1,000, highlighting a local context where such behaviour is less prevalent than nationally. Concurrently, shoplifting saw a 42.9% increase, with reported cases jumping from 7 to 10, possibly linked to the start of the summer season and increased foot traffic in retail areas. In contrast, robbery and bicycle theft both declined by 50%, with robbery dropping from 2 to 1 and bicycle theft from 4 to 2. This could reflect improved security measures or seasonal shifts in activity patterns. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, remained 45% below the UK average, at 1.6 per 1,000. Meanwhile, vehicle crime, at 0.5 per 1,000, was only 6% above the UK average, suggesting that while not a major concern, it aligns closely with national trends. These fluctuations underscore the combination of local factors, such as community engagement and seasonal dynamics, which may influence crime patterns differently than in other regions.

The crime rate in June 2023 remained stable compared to the previous month, rising by just 1.9% from 4.3 to 4.4 per 1,000 residents. This minimal shift suggests a consistent pattern in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 7 crimes per day in June, a figure that provides context for residents assessing their immediate surroundings. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 228 residents, a monthly aggregate that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When compared to the UK average, the area’s crime rate remains significantly lower, with 48.2% fewer crimes per 1,000 people than the national average. This disparity is reflected in the breakdown of specific crime types, where several categories, including violence and sexual offences, show marked deviations from UK norms. The population context further underscores that while the area is not immune to crime, its overall profile is safer than the national average, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which are far below UK levels. These figures, when considered alongside the area’s character as a built-up part of Castle Point, suggest a combination of local initiatives, community engagement, and environmental factors that may contribute to the lower crime rates observed.