Chadwell St Mary Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Chadwell St Mary during May 2023, accounting for nearly 30% of all reported incidents. This category, which includes assault and sexual harassment, remains the most frequently recorded crime in the area, with a rate of 2.3 per 1,000 residents—17% below the UK average. The second most common category, vehicle crime, saw a stark contrast, with 21 incidents reported at a rate of 2.0 per 1,000, 344% above the UK average. This spike in vehicle-related offences may be linked to the area’s proximity to major roads and transport hubs, which could increase opportunities for theft and vandalism. Anti-social behaviour, the third most common category, recorded 8 incidents at 0.8 per 1,000, 40% below the UK average, suggesting a relatively lower incidence of disruptive public conduct compared to national trends. Seasonal factors may have played a role in shaping these patterns, as May’s longer evenings and warmer weather often correlate with increased outdoor activity and socialising. This could contribute to higher rates of violence and sexual offences. The overall crime rate for the area in May was 7.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 3.7% below the UK average of 8.0. While this suggests a generally safer environment, the disparity in specific crime types highlights the need for targeted interventions. For instance, the significant gap in vehicle crime rates compared to the UK average may indicate a need for enhanced security measures around local car parks and transport infrastructure. The area’s character as a built-up part of Thurrock, which balances suburban and industrial elements, likely influences these dynamics, with higher foot traffic and commercial activity driving certain crime types.

May 2023 saw a 90.9% increase in vehicle crime compared to April, rising from 11 to 21 incidents—a stark deviation from the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 residents. This surge may be attributed to increased vehicle movement during the month, possibly tied to seasonal travel or local events. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 53.8% from the previous month, dropping from 52 to 24 incidents. This dramatic decline, while welcome, contrasts with the UK average rate of 2.8 per 1,000, indicating that local factors—such as community initiatives or temporary changes in social activity—may have contributed to the reduction. Other notable shifts included a 100% increase in both drugs and robbery offences, with each category moving from zero to one incident. These isolated cases, though small in number, could reflect emerging trends or isolated incidents warranting further attention. The vehicle crime rate’s 344% above the UK average stands out as a critical finding, highlighting a potential vulnerability in local infrastructure or enforcement. Residents might find it useful to note that vehicle crime accounted for 25.6% of all reported crimes, suggesting that securing vehicles and reporting suspicious activity in parking areas could be particularly impactful. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remained consistently below the UK average, with 40% fewer incidents than expected, due to effective local policing or community engagement efforts.

Chadwell St Mary’s crime rate in May 2023 was 7.7 per 1,000 residents, a 17.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 9.3. This decline suggests a short-term improvement in local safety, though it remains to be seen whether this trend will continue. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day in May, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 129 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of crime relative to the population of 10,614. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, this means that the likelihood of any individual resident being directly affected by crime is relatively low, particularly compared to areas with higher crime rates. However, the disparity in specific crime types—such as the 344% above-average rate for vehicle crime—indicates that certain segments of the population, particularly those with vehicles, may face elevated risks. The comparison with the UK average also reveals that while overall crime is slightly lower, the distribution across categories is uneven. This highlights the importance of targeted strategies, such as improving vehicle security measures or addressing local factors contributing to vehicle-related offences. The data also underscores that, despite the overall decline, specific challenges remain, particularly in categories where local rates significantly diverge from national benchmarks.