Thundersley and South Benfleet Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences remain the dominant crime category in Thundersley and South Benfleet, accounting for 43.3% of all reported incidents in July 2025. At 4.0 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall crime rate is 53.5% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower risk profile compared to national trends. The high proportion of violent crime may be influenced by seasonal factors, as July marks the peak of summer festivals, outdoor events, and extended social activity in the built-up area. These events likely contribute to increased interactions in public spaces, which could partly explain the elevated rates of violence and sexual offences. While anti-social behaviour (11.9%) and vehicle crime (8.8%) are also notable, their rates remain significantly below UK averages, with anti-social behaviour 68% lower than the national figure. The area’s lower-than-average violent crime rate relative to other UK regions may be linked to its relatively stable community structure and limited exposure to high-risk environments typically associated with urban centres. The seasonal context of July—characterised by school holidays, tourism, and festivals—may also explain fluctuations in certain crime types, though the overall trend continues to indicate a safer environment compared to the UK average.

July 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with 'other crime' increasing by 100% (from 0 to 4 incidents) and vehicle crime rising by 41.7% (from 12 to 17). These increases may reflect heightened activity during summer festivals or events, which can lead to unreported or under-recorded incidents. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 38.1% (from 21 to 13), likely due to increased police visibility or improved retail security measures during the peak tourist season. The category of drugs experienced a 66.7% decrease (from 6 to 2), potentially linked to targeted enforcement efforts or reduced demand during the summer months. Violent crime, while remaining the most prevalent category, is 44% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors such as community cohesion and policing strategies may be effectively mitigating more severe incidents. Residents may find the 100% increase in 'other crime' noteworthy, as it indicates a rare but significant shift in the types of incidents being reported. This could signal emerging trends or changes in how certain activities are categorised, warranting further local analysis.

The crime rate in July 2025 (4.0 per 1,000) represents a 14.8% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.7 per 1,000, illustrating a downward trend in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 6 crimes per day, a figure that remains consistent with historical patterns for Thundersley and South Benfleet. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 249 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s relatively low crime risk compared to other UK regions. The population context further highlights this safety, as the 48,269 residents in the built-up area are spread across a mix of residential and commercial zones, which may contribute to the balanced distribution of crime types. While the previous month’s rate was slightly higher, the 14.8% reduction suggests that local initiatives or seasonal factors—such as the timing of festivals or increased community engagement—may have played a role in this decline. The daily crime count and monthly exposure figures provide a tangible sense of the area’s safety, with residents experiencing fewer incidents than the UK average and a consistent reduction in reported crime over recent months.