Chadwell St Mary Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Chadwell St Mary in March 2023 is defined by a pronounced emphasis on violent crimes, which account for 45.1% of all reported incidents. This starkly contrasts with property crimes, which make up 54.9% of the total but are distributed across multiple categories. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.7 per 1,000, are 72% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area’s built-up nature and potential interactions between residential and commercial zones. Vehicle crime, at 1.6 per 1,000, is 233% above the UK average, suggesting possible vulnerabilities in parking areas or proximity to major transport routes. The seasonal context of March—transitioning to spring, with longer evenings—may contribute to increased outdoor activity, influencing crime patterns. However, anti-social behaviour is 42% below the UK average, a deviation that could indicate effective community engagement or local initiatives. The overall crime rate of 10.5 per 1,000 places Chadwell St Mary 38.2% above the UK average, a disparity that warrants further contextual analysis of local demographics and infrastructure.

The crime mix in March 2023 reveals a stark imbalance, with violence and sexual offences accounting for nearly half (45.1%) of all reported crimes. This category is 72% above the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, suggesting a significant localised concentration of violent incidents. Vehicle crime, at 1.6 per 1,000, is 233% above the UK average, indicating potential vulnerabilities in parking infrastructure or high-traffic areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour is 42% below the UK average, a notable deviation that may reflect community-specific factors such as local policing strategies or demographic characteristics. For residents, the daily crime count of 4 incidents provides a concrete reference point for understanding local risk levels, though it is essential to contextualise this alongside broader regional patterns.

In March 2023, Chadwell St Mary recorded 111 total crimes, translating to roughly 4 crimes per day. This daily figure offers a tangible sense of the local crime frequency, though it must be noted that UK-wide daily crime comparisons are not available for this area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 96 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. With a population of 10,614, this figure highlights the relative density of crime in a built-up area within Thurrock. While the UK average crime rate is 7.6 per 1,000, Chadwell St Mary’s rate of 10.5 per 1,000 places it in a distinct position compared to national benchmarks. This population-scaled perspective underscores the need for localised analysis, as the area’s built-up nature and potential commuter links may influence crime dynamics differently than rural or suburban settings.