Aveley Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Aveley’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 7.8 per 1,000 residents, 3.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This performance, while modest, underscores a consistent trend in the built-up area’s ability to maintain a crime profile that is slightly more favourable than the national benchmark. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.8% of all incidents — a figure that, while significant, is 9% below the UK average for this category. This may reflect a combination of local policing strategies and the area’s character as a commuter-oriented built-up zone within Thurrock, where routine activity patterns could influence the frequency of such offences. The second most common category was criminal damage and arson, which saw a striking 193% increase compared to the UK average, though it remains relatively rare in absolute terms. This discrepancy could be attributed to the area’s proximity to industrial sites or the seasonal context of June, when maintenance and construction activity often peaks. Anti-social behaviour, the third most common category, was 44% below the UK average, a figure that may align with the start of the summer season and reduced public gatherings in local parks and open spaces. Overall, the data illustrates a nuanced picture where certain crime types align with national trends, while others diverge, suggesting that localised factors — such as the built-up area’s infrastructure and demographics — play a critical role in shaping the crime picture.

June 2025 saw a notable decline in several crime categories, with anti-social behaviour dropping by 42.9% compared to the previous month, a reduction that may reflect the start of summer holidays reducing congregation in public spaces. Robbery and other theft also fell by 50% each, though these decreases must be interpreted cautiously, as they align with broader seasonal patterns rather than any singular intervention. Conversely, criminal damage and arson surged by 166.7%, rising from six to 16 incidents — a stark anomaly that contrasts with the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, 193% below Aveley’s rate. This spike may be linked to increased property maintenance activity or seasonal factors affecting local infrastructure. Shoplifting, meanwhile, doubled from zero to two incidents, a figure that remains 68% below the UK average. This suggests that while retail crime is not a dominant concern in Aveley, targeted efforts may still be warranted. The overall balance of crime types also shifted: violent crimes accounted for 33.8% of all incidents, a share that, while significant, remains lower than the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.9 per 1,000). This highlights a distinct profile for Aveley’s crime profile compared to national trends.

Aveley’s crime rate in June 2025 fell to 7.8 per 1,000 residents, a 12.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 9.0 per 1,000. This marks the lowest monthly rate since at least the start of the data collection period, reflecting a sustained downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 128 residents — a figure that contextualises the scale of risk for local residents. On a daily basis, Aveley recorded an average of two crimes per day, a rate that, while modest, remains a tangible reminder of the need for continued vigilance. When compared to the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, Aveley’s rate is 3.7% lower, though this narrow margin highlights the importance of localised factors in shaping crime patterns. The population context further underscores the significance of these figures: with 9,480 residents, even small fluctuations in crime numbers can have a measurable impact on community perception and safety. This reduction, though modest, aligns with broader seasonal trends observed in similar built-up areas during early summer months.