Thundersley and South Benfleet Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 273 residents in Thundersley and South Benfleet, one reported crime occurred during December 2025, translating to a crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 — 47.1% below the UK average of 7.0. This built-up area within Castle Point exhibits a crime profile skewed toward violent incidents, with 80 cases of violence and sexual offences recorded (45.2% of total crimes), followed by other theft (8.5%) and public order offences (7.9%). The seasonal context of December — dark evenings, Christmas shopping, and holiday-related absences — may partly explain patterns in property crime and public disorder. The rate of violence and sexual offences (1.7 per 1,000) is 34% below the UK average, consistent with the area’s relatively low population density and limited nightlife compared to major urban centres. While property crime remains a concern, the overall low crime rate suggests the area’s residential character and community policing efforts likely contribute to its safer profile. The sharp drop in shoplifting (38.5% decrease from November) may reflect reduced foot traffic during the holiday season. The data underscores that while violent crime dominates, the area’s crime risk remains significantly lower than the national average, offering residents a comparative sense of security.

December 2025 saw a 10.0% decrease in the overall crime rate compared to November, with the most significant changes occurring in specific categories. Violence and sexual offences fell by 23.1% (from 104 to 80 cases), a shift that may reflect seasonal factors such as reduced public gatherings during the holiday period. Conversely, vehicle crime surged by 100% (from 7 to 14 cases), potentially linked to increased festive travel or changes in car parking patterns. Other crime rose sharply by 600% (from 1 to 7 cases), an anomaly that could indicate underreporting in previous months or a new type of incident emerging in the final weeks of the year. The area’s performance against UK averages reveals striking contrasts: violence and sexual offences are 34% below the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 78% below, suggesting strong community cohesion or effective local interventions. However, other crime — the only category exceeding the UK average (25% above) — highlights a need for targeted scrutiny. These fluctuations illustrate the dynamic nature of crime trends, with seasonal and localized factors playing a pivotal role in shaping the monthly picture.

The crime rate in December 2025 (3.7 per 1,000) marked a 10.0% decline from November’s 4.1 per 1,000, reflecting a slight improvement in public safety. Translating this to daily terms, the area experienced roughly 6 crimes per day over the month — a figure that, while low, remains a tangible reminder of ongoing risks. On a monthly scale, the 1-in-273 resident crime ratio underscores that while the area is relatively safe, no community is entirely immune to incidents. With a population of 48,269, the low crime rate suggests that local initiatives, such as community engagement or targeted policing, may be contributing to the sustained gap between Thundersley and South Benfleet’s figures and the UK average. The daily crime count, though modest, aligns with the area’s built-up yet residential nature, where property crimes and violent incidents are more concentrated than in sprawling rural districts. This contrast with the UK average — where crime rates are nearly double — reinforces the area’s position as a safer alternative for residents seeking lower-risk living. However, the 25% above-average rate for 'other crime' indicates that certain categories may require closer attention, even as the overall picture remains encouraging.