Bulphan Crime Rate

Bulphan is a safe village with an overall crime rate of 82.2 per 1,000 residents, which is lower than the UK national average of 91.6. The area has a good safety score of 81/100, surpassing the UK national average of 79/100. The crime trend in Bulphan is currently described as stable, with a minor 0.8% decrease in reported incidents year-over-year from January 2025 to December 2025. This stability is a positive indicator for the local community, suggesting a generally safe and consistent environment. As a primarily residential village within Thurrock, Bulphan offers a secure alternative to some of the higher-activity urban centres nearby. The following sections provide a detailed breakdown of the crime types, time patterns, and safety comparisons for the area.

In Bulphan, the crime landscape is primarily defined by violence and sexual offences, which constitute 30.9% of all reported incidents, occurring at a rate of 25.4 per 1,000 residents. This is followed by criminal damage and arson at 11.4%, and other theft at 11.4%. Burglary is also a significant concern, also at 11.4%. These figures suggest that personal safety and property security are the primary concerns for the local community.

Property crime in Bulphan—including burglary, vehicle crime, and various forms of theft—is recorded at 36.8 per 1,000 people. This is higher than the UK national average of 32.2. Within this category, burglary is the most prominent, occurring at a rate of 9.4 per 1,000 people. Vehicle crime is recorded at 7.3 per 1,000, representing 8.9% of the total crime volume. For residents, this means that while the overall volume of crime is low, the risk to property from burglary and vehicle crime is more persistent. Homeowners should be particularly mindful of home security and vehicle safety, as these opportunistic crimes are a regular feature of the local statistics. The overall property crime rate suggests that while Bulphan is a small village, homes and vehicles are more vulnerable than in many other urban areas.

The crime trend in Bulphan is currently described as stable, with a minor 0.8% decrease in reported incidents over the last year. This is a positive sign, indicating that the village is maintaining its safety levels. Analysis of the monthly data for 2025 shows that the year began with a rate of 6.0 in January and 5.4 in February. The yearly peak occurred in March 2025, reaching a rate of 11.4 per 1,000 residents.

Following this peak, the rate fluctuated, with another high of 8.0 in May, July, August, and September, and 9.4 in June. A significant drop occurred in April, where the rate fell to 3.3 per 1,000 residents, and again in November at 3.3. The year finished at 7.4 in December. This pattern suggests that while the overall trend is stable, there are clear monthly fluctuations. For residents, this means that maintaining a consistent level of vigilance year-round is important, with extra focus on security during the peak months of March and the summer period. The overall stability of the trend provides a reassuring outlook for the community.

How To Keep Safe in Bulphan

The most prevalent crime in Bulphan is violence and sexual offences, which accounts for 30.9% of all reported incidents. To enhance your personal safety, especially during evening hours, it is advisable to stay alert and stick to well-lit, busy pedestrian routes. If you are out at night, try to travel with others and avoid using poorly lit shortcuts or quiet residential alleys.

Given that burglary is a significant concern, especially during the afternoon when it makes up 33% of all activity and at night when it makes up 30%, homeowners should ensure their properties have visible deterrents. Always lock all doors and windows even when you are just popping out for a short time. Ensuring your property has good exterior lighting and secure side access can help reduce the risk of becoming a target. Vehicle crime is another notable concern, particularly at night when it makes up 40% of all activity. To protect your vehicle, always park in well-lit areas, ideally in a garage or behind a locked gate if possible. Using a visible steering lock can act as a strong deterrent to opportunistic thieves. Always report suspicious activity to the local police to help them manage the area effectively. Joining a local Neighbourhood Watch scheme can also be a great way to stay informed and keep the community safe.

Bulphan exhibits very clear crime cycles throughout the day. During the morning and afternoon, burglary and theft-related offences are prominent, making up 33% of burglary and theft incidents respectively. This pattern is common in residential areas where opportunistic crime increases during daylight hours. As the evening sets in (6pm-12am), there is a significant shift toward 'other' crimes, including anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which comprise 43% of reported activity. The most critical shift occurs at night (12am-6am), where vehicle crime surges to account for 40% of all incidents and burglary is also high at 30%. Burglary also remains a factor throughout the day, peaking at a high 33% during the afternoon hours. This data highlights that while the area is generally safe, residents should be particularly vigilant about home security during the day and night and vehicle security overnight.

Bulphan sits in a varied regional safety landscape. Its crime rate of 82.2 per 1,000 is slightly safer than nearby West Horndon (82.6) and notably safer than the high-activity zone of Southfields (198.0). It is, however, more active than the quiet residential enclave of Horndon on the Hill (49.8), Orsett (63.0), and Childerditch (0.0). For those considering the Thurrock area, Bulphan represents a relatively safe residential environment—more secure than many of its larger neighbours. This context helps residents understand that Bulphan is a secure and established part of the local authority's urban fabric. It offers a balanced residential profile for those looking to live in the region.

With a property crime rate of 36.8 per 1,000 people—above the UK average of 32.2—and a stable crime trend, residents in Bulphan live in a relatively secure area. However, property protection remains a key concern, especially regarding burglary and vehicles. Standard CCTV and doorbell cameras are reactive; they record a crime as it happens, but they rarely stop it. In an area where burglary accounts for a high 33% of all afternoon offences and 30% of night-time offences, a proactive approach is far more effective.

The scOS AI-powered operating system is designed to prevent crime before it reaches your front door. By using multi-camera intelligence to watch your property boundaries, scOS can identify a threat the moment it appears. Instead of just sending a notification to your phone while you're asleep, scOS can autonomously trigger deterrents like high-intensity lights and audio warnings. This immediate response destroys the element of surprise that burglars and car thieves rely on. For Bulphan residents, moving from reactive recording to proactive AI detection means stopping a crime in those critical first 60 seconds, ensuring your home and vehicles remain truly secure in a safe environment.