Chafford Hundred and West Thurrock Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Chafford Hundred and West Thurrock’s crime rate in March 2024 was 8.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 7.8% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This positioning highlights the area as a slightly higher-risk locale compared to the national benchmark. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.9% of all incidents, followed by vehicle crime (14.0%) and shoplifting (13.4%). These figures align with the area’s built-up character, where vehicle-related crime may be driven by commuter traffic, and retail activity could contribute to shoplifting incidents. Seasonally, March’s transition to spring — marked by longer evenings and the end of British Summer Time adjustments — may have influenced crime patterns, with increased outdoor activity affecting both violent and property crimes. The area’s anti-social behaviour rate (0.7 per 1,000) is 40% below the UK average, suggesting that local community engagement or policing strategies may be effective in mitigating such incidents. However, the sharp divergence in vehicle crime — 155% above the UK average — underscores the need for targeted interventions, such as enhanced CCTV coverage or traffic management measures, to address this specific challenge. The overall crime rate, while elevated, remains within a range that could be influenced by the area’s proximity to major transport links and its role as a hub for daily commuters.

March 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with vehicle crime rising by 30% (20 to 26 incidents) and other crime increasing by 33.3% (6 to 8 incidents). These increases contrast sharply with a 40.5% drop in shoplifting (from 42 to 25 incidents) and an 82.4% decline in public order offences (17 to 3). The area’s violent crime rate — 2.8 per 1,000 — is 5% above the UK average, while vehicle crime (1.2 per 1,000) is 155% above the national rate. Conversely, anti-social behaviour is 40% below the UK average, suggesting local initiatives or community dynamics may be influencing this category. For residents, the sharp decline in public order offences — often linked to alcohol-fuelled incidents in high-traffic areas — could indicate effective policing or seasonal changes, such as reduced foot traffic as spring begins.

Chafford Hundred and West Thurrock's crime rate in March 2024 stood at 8.3 per 1,000 residents, a marked decline from the previous month’s rate of 10.2 per 1,000 — a reduction of 18.8%. This drop positions the area as slightly safer than it was in February, though it still exceeds the UK average by 7.8%. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 6 crimes per day in March, reflecting a steady but manageable pace of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 121 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local households. With a population of 22,519, this suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime on a daily basis. However, the rate remains above the UK average, indicating that local factors — such as the area’s built-up character or proximity to transport hubs — may play a role in sustaining higher crime levels compared to the national picture.