Southend-on-Sea Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Southend-on-Sea’s crime profile in November 2025, accounting for 44.1% of all reported crimes. This category alone exceeds the UK average by 52%, with a rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents—nearly double the national figure. The area’s crime rate of 8.9 per 1,000 residents is 21.9% above the UK average, a disparity that highlights the unique challenges faced by this coastal town. The prominence of violent crime may be influenced by the town’s mix of urban and tourist environments, where high foot traffic and seasonal events like Bonfire Night create opportunities for conflict. Shoplifting also remains a significant concern, with 175 incidents recorded—a 43% increase above the UK average. This could be tied to the town’s retail presence, particularly around the Christmas shopping season, which often sees spikes in retail crime. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the UK average, remains a notable component of the crime picture, reflecting the social dynamics of a town with both densely populated areas and more isolated communities. The seasonal context of November, with its shorter days and festive events, likely exacerbates these patterns, as darker evenings and increased pedestrian activity in public spaces may contribute to higher rates of certain offences. These factors collectively shape Southend-on-Sea’s crime profile, underscoring the need for targeted interventions that address both immediate risks and underlying social conditions.

November saw a sharp 80.0% increase in theft from the person, rising from 5 to 9 incidents—a spike that may reflect the impact of dark evenings and seasonal events like Bonfire Night. Shoplifting also surged by 33.6%, with 175 reports, placing Southend-on-Sea 43% above the UK average for this category. This rise could be linked to Black Friday shopping activity, which often sees heightened retail crime. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 38.1%, dropping from 84 to 52 cases—a decline that may indicate the effectiveness of recent policing efforts or shifts in local drug markets. Anti-social behaviour remained below the UK average, with 151 incidents (25% below the national rate), a trend that may reflect community-focused initiatives or the relatively low population density of certain areas. These fluctuations illustrate the dynamic nature of crime in a coastal town with distinct seasonal rhythms.

Southend-on-Sea’s crime rate rose by 4.0% in November 2025 compared to the previous month, moving from 8.5 to 8.9 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects shifting patterns in reported crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 55 crimes per day over the month, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a coastal town with a mix of tourist attractions and residential zones. When considering the monthly exposure, 1 in every 113 residents faced a reported crime during November—a ratio that, while not extreme, highlights the persistent presence of crime in everyday life. This rate is higher than the UK average, but the local context—such as the density of retail spaces and the seasonal influx of visitors—likely plays a role in shaping these figures. The population context further illustrates that even small fluctuations in crime numbers can translate to measurable differences in the lived experience of residents.