Chadwell St Mary Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Chadwell St Mary's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 10.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 23.8% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This marked deviation from the national trend underscores the area's unique crime profile, shaped by its built-up character within Thurrock. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 41.8% of all reported incidents, a rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents—51% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 21.8% of total crimes at 2.3 per 1,000, which is 59% above the UK average. These figures highlight a persistent challenge in managing violent and disruptive incidents within the area. The summer season's dynamics likely played a role in these patterns, with schools out of session and tourism reaching its peak. July is typically a month of increased social activity, with festivals and outdoor events drawing larger crowds to the area, which may contribute to higher rates of public order offences and anti-social behaviour. However, the relatively low burglary rate—0.1 per 1,000 residents, 68% below the UK average—suggests that residential areas may benefit from heightened security measures or a lower risk profile compared to other parts of the country. The breakdown of crimes also reveals an uneven distribution, with property-related offences making up only 27.3% of the total, compared to 72.7% for violent and anti-social incidents. This imbalance is consistent with the area's characteristics as a built-up zone within a larger urban administrative boundary, where public spaces and community interactions are more frequent. The seasonal context further supports the idea that July's crime trends are influenced by temporary factors, such as increased foot traffic and the presence of transient populations during festivals and events. While the overall crime rate remains elevated compared to the UK average, the specific categories of violence and anti-social behaviour indicate a need for targeted interventions in public spaces and community engagement strategies.

July 2024 saw a 400% increase in public order offences, rising from one to five incidents, a stark shift that may reflect heightened social interactions during the summer season. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson doubled, with 10 incidents reported compared to five in June, indicating a possible rise in vandalism linked to increased outdoor activity. These trends contrast with the 80% decrease in burglary, which fell from five to one incident, potentially due to heightened security measures or seasonal changes in criminal focus. Violence and sexual offences remained high, at 4.3 per 1,000 residents—51% above the UK average—highlighting persistent challenges in this category. The sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, which increased by 59% compared to the UK average, suggests that community tensions or summer-specific factors may be influencing local dynamics. Residents may find the 400% surge in public order offences particularly concerning, as it directly impacts the perceived safety of public spaces during peak tourist times.

Chadwell St Mary's crime rate in July 2024 rose to 10.4 per 1,000 residents, a 42.9% increase from the previous month's 7.3 per 1,000. This shift aligns with typical summer patterns, where higher foot traffic and extended outdoor activity may contribute to increased incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of four crimes per day in July, a figure that reflects the month's intensity compared to quieter periods. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 96 residents, underscoring the frequency of incidents relative to the local population. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable when considering the area's built-up nature and proximity to Thurrock's broader urban framework. While the daily crime count provides a snapshot of activity, the monthly aggregate offers a clearer picture of how crime patterns intensify during summer, when tourism and festivals draw larger crowds to the area. The population context further highlights the challenge of managing crime in a relatively small, densely populated built-up area within a larger administrative boundary.